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Course Format Online Approximate Study Time 360 Hours (Self Study) Payment Options You can spread the payments for this course over 4 monthly payments. Initial payment of £80.00 Followed by 3 monthly payments of £40.00 Price: £200.00 VAT inclusive Approximate Delivery Time 0-1 Working Days

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The online Desktop Computing Series is a wide range of courses covering common desktop computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Project, SharePoint, SAP R/3, GroupWise and Lotus Notes. The series will also teach you about operating systems, the Internet, and much more.

When you sign up for the Business Skills Series you receive access to all of the courses listed below for only £200.00 for a one year Period.

Online Course Features:

• Flash-based instructional demonstrations applying course concepts.
• Instructional audio with graphics highlighting key points.
• Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied.
• Supplied sample files include sample documents, application files, programs, and programming code that enable learners to practice with these files, enhancing the learning experience.
• A Course Topics list contains active hyperlinks, permitting quick access to specific topics.
• Find-A-Word allows learners to look up an unfamiliar term in the Glossary, on the Web, or in a dictionary. In addition, it lets them find other occurrences of the term in the same course.
• Search text enables learners to rapidly search all text within a course to easily retrieve information required.
• Courses challenge the learner with a variety of question formats, including multi-step simulations, true/false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank.
• Bookmarking tracks the learner's progress in a course.

How do the courses work?

Shortly after you have signed up for the Series, we will email you with your start up information, a receipt and your username and password.

All you then need to do is then go to the Course Log-In page and enter your information and you will get instant access to this wide range of exciting, engaging and successful e-learning courses. You then have one year to access the course materials online, so when you want to study, just Log in and off you go…

You can get a Free Trial of selected End User and Technical series lessons from our E Learning Course Overview Page.

System Requirements:

All you need to complete these courses is an Internet Ready PC and Microsoft Internet Explorer. You are required to install Macromedia Authorware Player on accessing the course.

When you sign up for this series, you will get access to the following online courses for a one-year period:

• ACCESS 2000 MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST COURSE

This Course is designed to help users prepare for Microsoft Access 2000 MOS certification. It shows how to create, plan, and modify databases and tables in Access 2000. It also covers sorting and filtering, creating queries, forms and reports, and advanced tasks such as saving Access objects as Web pages, importing data, and adding hyperlinks.

The course covers the following Lessons: Creating Databases; Building Tables; Modifying Tables; Sorting and Filtering; Relationships and Queries; Building Forms; Producing Reports and Advanced Tasks.

• ACCESS 2002 COURSE

This Course shows how to create, plan, and modify databases and database objects in Access 2002. Courses cover the following topics: understanding relational databases, creating and planning databases, selecting and printing database objects, creating tables, entering records, modifying tables and field properties, using advanced sorts, finding records, applying and removing filters, establishing and managing table relationships, specifying query criteria, creating calculated fields, running multi-table queries, creating forms and reports, implementing standard and calculated controls in both forms and reports, importing data, saving Access objects as Web pages, and performing administrative tasks. This course is procedure focused and assumes that the student is familiar with the mechanics of getting around in a Microsoft Office application.

The course covers the following Lessons: Creating Databases; Building Tables; Modifying Tables; Sorting and Filtering; Relationships and Queries; Building Forms; Producing Reports and Advanced Tasks.

• ACCESS 2003 COURSE

The Access 2003 Course of courses starts off with an overview of both database concepts in general and Access in particular. Learners then find out how to design, build, and use Access tables. Further topics include using queries, find, filter, and sort to unearth answers from data. Learners finally move on to the Access report system and delve into wisards, timesaving tips, and even a bit of programming.

The course covers the following Lessons: Introduction to Access; Designing and Building Tables; Enhanced Tables & Datasheets; Searches & Queries; Advanced Queries & Calculations; Access Report System; and The Internet, Forms & the Analyser.

• ACCESS 2007 COURSE

This Course covers how to use Access 2007 to create, modify, and access databases. It shows the learner how to use the Ribbon-based Access 2007 interface, as well as how to build tables, forms, and reports. Learners will also be able to use queries and filters to sort through data.

The course covers the following Lessons: Introduction to Access; Creating Tables; Working with Tables; Creating Forms; Creating Reports; and Queries & Filters.

• ACCESS 2007 ADVANCED COURSE

Access 2007 offers many more powerful features than a beginning user first touches. This Course will explore some of the more powerful abilities of Access, including pivot tables and charts, graphs, forms, security, multi-table and crosstab queries, macros, and more.

The course covers the following Lessons: Expressions and Queries; PivotTables, PivotCharts, and Graphs; and Macros and Data Imports/Exports.

• COMPUTER BASICS COURSE

This Course introduces general computer use and terminology. It describes the basic hardware components of a PC and introduces basic skills for using software programs in a Windows environment.

The course covers the following Lesson: Using Your PC.

• COMPUTING CONCEPTS COURSE

This Course examines several basic computing concepts. Security issues are discussed, including administrative, physical, logical, and network security, and how to plan for security risks. The basic concepts of database functionality and selection are also discussed. Data processing and management is examined in detail, including teleprocessing, data transmission, and messages.

The course covers the following Lessons: Types of Security; Security Risks; Database Basics; Selecting Databases; Data Processing; Managing Data; Teleprocessing; Transmitting Data; and Messages.

• CRYSTAL REPORTS 8 COURSE

This Course introduces users to Crystal Reports 8, a popular database reporting program. In this Course, you will learn how to create standard and custom reports. You will also learn how to filter, summarise, sort, group, and manipulate data by inserting formulas and functions.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started; Designing a Report; Selecting Records; Sorting and Grouping Data; Creating Summary Totals, Reports, and Graphs; Formulas and Functions; Printing and Exporting; and Linking Tables.

• CRYSTAL REPORTS XI COURSE

Do you need to know the foundations of Crystal Reports XI? Do you want to create reports that sizzle from one or more data sources ASAP? This Course will show you how to create, format, and deliver reports that get results in no time. You will learn everything from the basics of getting around in Crystal's report design environment to the subtle nuances of effective report formatting and data visualisation through charting and mapping.

The course covers the following Lessons: Navigating the Design Environment; Selecting Just the Right Data Source(s) for Your Report; Report Wisards and Do It Yourself; Selecting and Organising Your Report Data; Manipulating Your Report Data in Meaningful Ways; Letting Formulas and Functions Do All the Work; Creating Dynamic Reports with Parameters; Formatting Reports that Function and Sizzle; Making Reports Sections Work for You; and Visualising Your Report Data with Charts and Maps.

• EXCEL 2000 MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST COURSE

This Course is designed to help users prepare for the MOS Excel Core examination. The Course begins with basic Excel tasks, such as entering and editing data, using Find, Replace, and AutoFill, and creating hyperlinks. It also covers locating, opening, and saving files, and using the help function, Office Assistant. Formatting worksheets is covered in detail, including cell and number formatting, adjusting rows and columns, and the use of AutoFormat, styles, and Format Painter. More advanced topics covered include page setup, managing worksheets and data, and creating formulas and functions. An overview of charts and objects, including the Chart Wisard, is also provided.

The course covers the following Lessons: Working with Cells; Working with Files; Formatting Worksheets; Page Setup and Printing; Worksheets and Workbooks; Formulas and Functions; and Charts and Objects.

• EXCEL 2000 MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST EXPERT COURSE

This Course is designed to help users prepare for the MOS Excel 2000 Expert examination. It covers expert-level Excel topics such as importing and exporting data, working with templates, linking workbooks, and using the Report Manager. It also covers advanced worksheet formatting, including page setup and printing, and sorting and filtering data. More advanced topics covered include ranges, macros and customisation, validating and auditing data, and creating and using charts, graphs, and pivot tables. Data analysis, file sharing, and security issues are also discussed.

The course covers the following Lessons: Importing and Exporting Data; Working with Templates, Links, and Report Manager; Formatting, Sorting and Filtering Data; Naming Ranges, Working with Macros, and Customizing Toolbars; Validating and Auditing Data; Analyzing Data and Using PivotTables; and Sharing Work and Adding Security.

• EXCEL 2002 COURSE

This Course is intended as preparation for the Excel 2002 Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Core Proficiency exam. It introduces Excel's newest enhancements such as task panes for New Documents, Clipboard, Search, and Insert Clip Art; the Ask a Question box; enhancements to Find and Replace; and additional options for pasting and for inserting columns and rows. These new features, along with the productivity tools of previous versions, are taught within the context of working with cells and files, page setup and printing, worksheets and workbooks, formulas and functions, and charts and objects.

The course covers the following Lessons: Working with Cells; Working with Files; Formatting Worksheets; Page Setup and Printing; Worksheets and Workbooks; Formulas and Functions; and Charts and Objects.

• EXCEL 2003 COURSE

This Course is designed for beginning and intermediate Excel users. This Course teaches learners about creating and editing spreadsheets, what's new in the 2003 version, the Excel interface, navigating, editing, and working with text, values, and formulas, printing, formatting, creating charts and databases, and using images and hypertext in a spreadsheet.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started; Creating a Spreadsheet; Formatting Data; Editing and Printing Worksheets; Managing Worksheets; Charts and Databases; and Hypertext and Tips.

• EXCEL 2007 COURSE

The Excel 2007 Course introduces learners to the newly designed Ribbon interface of Microsoft Excel 2007. It provides a basic introduction to Excel including entering and editing cell data, selecting cell ranges, and formatting worksheet data. Learners will also be able to print worksheets, add comments, complete basic calculations and formulas, and create charts using Excel 2007.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started; Creating a Worksheet; Formatting Data; Editing and Printing Worksheets; Managing Worksheets; and Using Charts and Objects.

• EXCEL 2007 ADVANCED COURSE

The Excel 2007 Advanced Course teaches you to apply filters, use formulas and analyze data. You will be able to apply your knowledge to create complex business applications and analyses in Microsoft Excel.

The course covers the following Lessons: Filtering and Sorting Data; Using Pivot Tables; Working with Functions; Using Data Analysis Tools; Automating with VBA Macros; and Adding Connections and Importing Data.

• GROUPWISE 5.5 COURSE

This Course introduces you to Novell's GroupWise 5.5. In this Course, you will learn how to use the features of GroupWise to send and receive e-mail, set up appointments and discussion groups, create task lists and manage your schedule.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started with GroupWise; Creating and Sending Messages; Organizing Your Mailbox; Calendar, Task and Phone Features; Managing Documents and Folders; and Advanced GroupWise Features.

• GROUPWISE 6.5 COURSE

This Course introduces you to the capabilities of Novell Groupwise 6.5. Groupwise is a collaboration tool that helps manage email communications, calendars, tasks and documents within a group of people.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started; Messages & Address Book; Managing Messages; Calendars & Tasks; Advanced GroupWise Features; Managing Documents; Remote Access & Customising GroupWise; and Mobile GroupWise Access.

• INTERNET EXPLORER 6 COURSE

The courses in this Course teach students to use Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 to browse the Internet and to send and receive electronic mail using Microsoft Outlook Express.

The course covers the following Lessons: Browsing the Web; and Using Files and Mail.

• INTERNET EXPLORER 7 COURSE

This Course introduces the new look and features of Internet Explorer 7. Learners will be able to securely use this updated web browser to perform searches, print documents, and access streaming content.

• INTRODUCTION TO PC’S COURSE

This Course is designed to introduce users to personal computers. Users will learn what a PC is and what an operating system is. They will learn basic computer skills such as turning a computer on, logging on to Windows, and working with files. Users will also learn to identify and use the major components of a PC, both externally and internally, including: disk drives, monitors, mice, keyboards, and printers.

• LOTUS NOTES 6.5 COURSE

This Course focuses on the major components of Lotus Notes 6.5. It introduces basic concepts such as navigation, views, databases, and security. Use of mail with Lotus Notes 6.5 is covered in detail, along with using the calendar, to do lists, and address books. This Course also discusses editing, formatting, and managing Notes documents, and linking and attaching files to documents. Advanced topics include using Lotus Notes 6.5 with the Web, replication, and using Notes remotely.

The course covers the following Lessons: Mail; Calendar, To Do Lists & Address Books; Databases; Managing & Enhancing Documents; and Advanced Notes Features.

• LOTUS NOTES 8.5 COURSE

Almost every user knows that Lotus Notes allows them to send and receive e-mail. But Lotus Notes also offers many more services, including calendar management, instant messages, a browser, and more. Learn how to use and make the most of all of these features with this Course.

The course covers the following Lessons: Exploring Lotus Notes 8.5; and Sending and Receiving Email.

• LOTUS NOTES R5 COURSE

This Course provides a comprehensive overview of Lotus Notes R5. It introduces basic concepts such as navigation, views, databases, and security. Use of mail with Lotus Notes R5 is covered in detail, along with using the calendar and Address Books. This Course also discusses using Lotus Notes to surf the Web, editing, formatting, and managing documents, and linking and attaching files to Notes documents. Advanced topics include finding and viewing data, replication, and using Notes remotely.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Around in Notes; Reading and Sending Mail; Managing Mail; Using the Calendar; Meetings and Address Books; Browsing the Web; Editing Documents; Using Document Tables; File Attachments and Links; Finding and Viewing Data; Replication; and Using Notes Remotely.

• OFFICE 2000 COURSE

This Course introduces users to the Microsoft Office 2000 environment, including several Office applications. It covers basic tasks common across Office applications, such as navigation, starting and exiting programs, and working with files, and covers text editing and printing functions. An in-depth exploration of document formatting is also provided. This Course also provides an introduction to Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheet), Outlook (electronic mail), PowerPoint (presentation), and Access (database), covering the basic functions of each application.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started; Editing Text and Printing; Text and Document Formats; Introduction to Word; Introduction to Excel; Introduction to Outlook; Introduction to PowerPoint; and Introduction to Access.

• OFFICE 2003 COURSE

This Course describes products and features that are new in this version of Office and common to each of the applications in the suite. InfoPath and OneNote are new products introduced in this version of Office. The new features include XML support, Smart Documents, the Research task pane, new collaboration tools, and improved developer tools. The Course also covers new features in each Office application.

The course covers the following Lessons: New Features; and Changes in Applications.

• OFFICE 2007 COURSE

The new Office package is changing the old interface with new features on an interface now known as the Ribbon. How do you find the commands you already know? What new commands are available in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access? Take a look at the changes in Office 2007 and learn how to make the most of them.

The course covers the following Lessons: Navigating the New Interface; What’s New in Word; What’s New in Excel; What’s New in PowerPoint; What’s New in Access; What’s New in Outlook; and Common Tasks.

• OFFICE XP UPGRADE COURSE

This Course explains and introduces new and changed features in Office XP applications. Targeted for experienced Office users, the courses in this Course highlight the new features of Office XP including task panes, smart tags, and SharePoint Team Services. Additionally, a course is devoted to discussing the most important changes to Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, and FrontPage. The entire Coursefeatures the XP interface in the screen captures.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Around the New Interface; New Options and Tools; and Application Changes.

• OUTLOOK 2002 COURSE

This Course teaches users how to use the major components of Outlook: Outlook Today, Contacts, Inbox, Calendar, Notes, and Tasks. Topics include navigating between components in Outlook; adding and using information about contacts; reading, sending, customizing, and organizing e-mail messages; scheduling appointments, events, and meetings; and creating tasks and notes.

The course covers the following Lessons: Navigating in Outlook; Reading and Sending Messages; Customizing and Organizing Messages; Using the Calendar; and Using Tasks and Notes.

• OUTLOOK 2003 COURSE

The Outlook 2003 Course of courses teaches learners how to use the major components of the Outlook 2003 program: Mail, Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Notes. Topics include navigating between Outlook modules and reading, sending, customizing, and organizing e-mail messages. Learners will also find out how to schedule appointments, add and use information about contacts, and create tasks and notes.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started; Managing Messages; Contacts and Calendar Entries; Tasks, Notes, and Journal Entries; Newsgroups and Outlook Web Access; Collaboration and Security; and Personalizing Outlook and Other Tips.

• OUTLOOK 2007 COURSE

Outlook is the most common email application in the world. And it includes many features beyond just email, including the calendar, meeting management, tasks, and contact information, that can all interact with each other. This Course will examine all of these features and more in the latest version of Outlook that has been released with the Office 2007 package. This Course has more courses coming soon. Please check back later for even more information on this topic.

The course covers the following Lessons: Getting Started; Managing Messages; Contacts and Calendar Entries; Tasks, Notes, and Journal Entries; Newsgroups and Outlook Web Access; Collaboration and Security; and Personalizing Outlook and Other Tips.

• PAINT SHOP PRO 5 COURSE

This Course provides an introduction to using Paint Shop Pro 5 to create graphics. It describes how to create, open, and save files, and how to perform basic manipulations such as cropping, resizing, changing colours, and rotating images. Advanced topics presented include using the Image Browser, adjusting an image's brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, and lightness, working with layers, text, and drop shadows, and printing images.

The course covers the following Lessons: Working With Graphics; and Enhancing Images.

• POWERPOINT 2000 MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST EXPERT COURSE

This Course shows users how to create presentations using PowerPoint 2000. The Course is designed to help users prepare for the MOS PowerPoint 2000 Core examination. The basics of PowerPoint, including navigation, templates, copying and deleting slides, and modifying the Slide Master, are presented. Detailed information on layout concepts and inserting text is provided, as well as how to integrate graphics and tables in presentations. Advanced topics covered include adding custom features and formatting, producing notes and handouts, running a slide show, and Web-based features such as hyperlinks, emailing slides, and publishing to the Web.

• POWERPOINT 2002 COURSE

This Course teaches the user how to create presentations and edit page layouts. The user will learn how to add text, graphics and tables to slides. The Course also discusses customizing individual slides as well as the entire slide presentation. This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning about the features of PowerPoint 2002.

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