ICDL Perform Spreadsheet Functions (Excel 2016) (16 hrs) by MDIS

• Work with spreadsheets and save them in different file formats
• Choose built-in options, such as the Help function, within the application to enhance productivity
• Enter data into cells; use good practice in creating lists
• Select, sort and copy, move and delete data
• Edit rows and columns in a worksheet
• Copy, move, delete, and appropriately rename worksheets
• Create mathematical and logical formulas using standard spreadsheet functions; use good practice in formula creation; recognise error values in formulas
• Format numbers and text content in a spreadsheet
• Choose, create, and format charts to communicate information meaningfully
• Adjust spreadsheet page settings
• Check and correct spreadsheet content before finally printing spreadsheets
• Covers the key skills needed to use spreadsheets
• Can be applied to a range of spreadsheets software from vendor packages to ‘freeware’
• Certifies best practice in effective spreadsheets software use
• Developed with input from computer users, subject matter experts, and practising computer professionals from all over the world. This process ensures the relevance and range of course content

Using the Application

• Working with Spreadsheets
• Enhancing Productivity

Cells

• Insert, Select
• Edit, Sort
• Copy, Move, Delete

Managing Worksheets

• Rows and Columns
• Worksheets

Formulas and Functions

• Arithmetic Formulas
• Functions

Formatting

• Numbers / Dates
• Contents
• Alignment, Border Effects

Charts

• Create
• Edit

Prepare Outputs

• Setup
• Check and Print

This course will be conducted using prescriptive classroom-based training with trainer demonstration and practical application by the participants.

This course would benefit anyone who works with numbers and looking to present them in a coherent, tabulated format for analysis.

Prerequisite

Participants are assumed to:

• Be able to operate a computer