Computer Basics 2 – Preparation for Microsoft Office

Description

Perfect for those who are retraining or changing jobs! A clear and simple 2-day skills class that fills in the knowledge gaps, and makes future learning much more smooth. The skills covered in this course are prerequisite knowledge for all Microsoft Office and other computer courses.

This course will introduce you to the Microsoft Office environment and ensure competency in basic Window skills required for all Microsoft Office courses. Using both Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel you will go on an in-depth tour familiarizing yourself with the Microsoft Office environment. You will be introduced to the Microsoft Ribbon system, the Quick Access toolbar and Microsoft’s “Backstage”. You will learn how to interact with tools on the Ribbon system. And throughout the entire lesson you will be learning and using proper Microsoft Terminology.

Windows skills covered will revolve around files, folders, and the Microsoft Windows documents storage area. Using both Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel you will learn the difference between “save” & “save as” and discuss what it means to open a file. You will get hands-on practice in both programs, Saving files to specific folders and opening files from specific folders. You will also learn to take advantage of shortcuts available in Microsoft Office to save and access your files. Your work in documents will supplement your Windows skills used in Microsoft Office, as well as introduce you to creating and managing a file system. Skills covered include creating, naming & renaming folders, opening a folder to access its contents, moving files to new folders, taking advantage of shortcut tools available in the documents area and how to work with the recycle bin.

A Certificate will be issued upon course completion.

Offering 6WS22: Wednesday & Thursday, Feb 23 & 24 2022, 9:30am to 12:30pm, FVCE Computer Lab #204, 20621 Logan Ave Langley

Offering 7WS22: Wednesday & Thursday, Feb 23 & 24 2022, 6:30pm to 9:30pm, FVCE Computer Lab #204, 20621 Logan Ave Langley

Offering 8WS22: Monday, Feb 28 to Mar 7 2022, 1:30pm to 4:30pm, FVCE Computer Lab #204, 20621 Logan Ave Langley

About Instructor Hank Boven
Hank has been working with Microsoft Office for 30 years, and has been an Instructor with Langley Continuing Education (and now FVCE) for 19 years. During that time Hank has taught over 10,000 Students how to work with Microsoft Office. He makes extensive use of real-world scenarios to help his students better understand and apply the principles and skills they acquire in class. He has been called “The Mr. Rogers of Microsoft” by more than one student.

Hank holds numerous industry certifications from leading information technology companies such as Microsoft and CompTIA.