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Start from the basics with this Microsoft Excel course!
COURSE OUTCOME
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Course overview
If you want to learn how to use Microsoft Excel 2013 for your job or daily personal use, at TAFE Queensland we have the course for you! Microsoft Office Excel: Beginners is designed to assist you in getting familiar with Microsoft Excel.
This course is for those who have never had formal training on how to use Microsoft Office products and need to understand the core functions of Excel.
We will take you step-by-step through the essentials of the program. The instructor will demonstrate the exercises and then you will practise these new skills. The instructor will be available the whole time for support and assistance. Furthermore, you will be provided with a comprehensive manual to take home for future reference.
At the end of this course you will have mastered the essentials of:
- Microsoft Excel 2013
- navigating around your computer
- loading and saving your work
- copying your files to a USB.
The course will cover:
Microsoft Excel - 6 hours. In this session you will learn how to:
- navigate your way around Microsoft Excel 2013
- create a new workbook
- open and navigate within workbooks and worksheets
- understand cells and ranges in a worksheet
- use filling techniques
- create a simple formula
- print your workbook data.
This short course is non-accredited therefore is not registered with the National Training Register.
Ways to study
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What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students studying full time should allow up to 16 hours per week of personal study time to complete the course requirements.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
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Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
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Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Selection criteria
Attendees must be able to confidently use a mouse and keyboard. Also, it would be beneficial to have a general understanding of personal computers and the Windows operating system, especially working with files and folders.
Resources required
- Please bring a pen and paper for note taking, and a USB.
- Students need to present their Confirmation of Enrolment to the car park attendant each week to be eligible for discounted parking.
Need to know
Course commencement is subject to minimum enrolment numbers.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
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Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways