ITC Training Services

Byte Size Seminars

[Nov 23, 2009 14:09] Web access to Microsoft Live@edu accounts now works.

Introduction

Byte Size Seminars are 1.5-2 hour hands-on workshops on a tool/tip/trick. Classes are free and are held in Carruthers Hall 248, usually during the lunchtime hours of 11:00AM–1:00PM. Class size is limited so early enrollment is encouraged.

[11/13/2008]: There are currently no Byte Size Seminars scheduled.

Past Byte Size Seminars have included...

Access from the Ground Up - We'll map out a strategy for designing a database. We'll determine tables and table structure, relationships, primary keys, and data integrity. Come prepared to create a database from scratch!

Excel Pivot Tables - Explore new ways to look at and layout your data without making multiple spreadsheets. In this session, we'll create pivot tables and forms for faster and better data interpretation.

Word Versions - Its hard when you have several version of the same document to combine. In this session, we'll enter comments, work with revisions through track changes, and manage versions of the document.

Inserting Movies and Sounds in Powerpoint - MP3s are all the rage these days. We'll look at ways to add life to your PowerPoint by inserting sound and video clips into your presentations.

Advanced Filtering and Comparisons in Excel - You may have used the autofilter tool before, but filtering has more to offer than that. In this session, we'll create our own filters and use them. We'll also compare two lists of data quickly and easily to see if they are the same or not!

Access - Enhancing Forms - Make your forms easier to use buy adding text boxes, combo boxes, drop downs, and radio buttons. We'll improve form functionality and cover how to link the forms to the tables the info needs to go to!

If you have questions, please email Byte Size Coordinator or call 434-243-8797.

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