Computer Training

Computer Training

WGTC Economic Development provides customized training solutions to fill workforce skill gaps. We are able to tailor the training and examples to the specific needs of the industry.  We can use spreadsheets with specific formulas and formats that are used in daily familiar tasks.  Pivot tables, charting and budgeting examples can be used to provide relevant Excel training for employees. Word classes can include documentation used often in interoffice communication.  Participants will learn to use company specific images, animations, transitions and charts to effectively provide professional  presentations.  Employers need employees to be skilled in the latest computer applications to communicate, calculate and present information accurately, timely and professionally.

Introduction to Computers

COURSE LENGTH: 4 HOURS
This course is for participants who have little or no experience with personal computers and who want to learn the basics. Participants will learn about the main components of a typical computer system and the basic elements of the Windows interface. Participants will learn how to navigate in Windows Explorer, organize files and folders, search for items on their computers, and personalize Windows. Participants will also learn how to browse the Web with Internet Explorer and how to protect their computers from malware.

MS Excel Essentials and Potentials Level 1, Level 2, Level3, Level 4

COURSE LENGTH: 4 HOURS EACH LEVEL

Excel Essentials and Potentials Participant Learning Outcomes: To build on existing Excel knowledge, introduce and polish intermediate Excel knowledge and introduce the newest and exciting features. The class will have a brief introduction of Excel to understand the importance of data integrity and expand and polish uses such as spreadsheets, formulas, functions and pivot tables. Data manipulation and efficiency is stressed through out the training. Participants are provided scenarios to use formulas and functions effectively. The class spends optimal time on tables with filters, calculations, slicers, and timelines. Training on pivot tables includes building, formatting, slicers, timelines and calculations. All of the above-mentioned training will give the participants plenty of hands on experience that will lead in to introduction of Power Query and Power Pivot. These options to Excel are known at Microsoft as “Extract TransForm and Load” where “you’ll spend less time manipulating data and more time driving impact”. Each level is a 4-hour session.  Offered on East Campus in Lagrange in November and Coweta Campus in December.

For more information contact Leigh Newman at leigh.newman@westgatech.edu
Or 706-756-4613

MS Word · Basic

COURSE LENGTH: 4 HOURS
This course covers the basic skills and concepts students need to use Microsoft Word productively and efficiently. After an introduction to Word’s window components, students will learn how to create and save documents and how to navigate documents. Then they will edit, copy and paste, and find and replace text. They will also learn how to enhance the appearance of a document by using various formatting options. In addition, they will create tables, adjust page layout, work with graphics, use styles and outlines, and proofand print documents.

MS Word · Intermediate

COURSE LENGTH: 4 HOURS
In this course, students will further build on the skills acquired in the Microsoft Word basic course. Students will learn to use styles and outlines, and how to format tables. Then they will insert SmartArt diagrams, work with shapes, and format text graphically. They will also learn how to format a document by adding sections, columns, and design elements such as watermarks and themes. In addition, they will use Track Changes and prepare documents for sharing and exporting. Finally, students will learn how to work with fields and perform a mail merge.

MS Word · Advanced

COURSE LENGTH: 4 HOURS
This course covers advanced skills and concepts students need to use Microsoft Word productively and efficiently. Students will learn how to work with fields and perform a mail merge. Then they will insert SmartArt diagrams, work with shapes, and format text graphically. They will also learn how to format a document by adding sections, columns, and design elements such as watermarks and themes. In addition, they will learn how to use document references such as citations, indexes, and tables of contents. They will use Track Changes and prepare documents for sharing and exporting. Finally, they will add interactive elements such as forms and content from other applications, and they will learn to work more efficiently in Word by customizing the ribbon, creating macros, using building blocks, and inserting sub-documents.

MS PowerPoint · Basic

COURSE LENGTH: 4 HOURS
This course covers the basic functions and features of PowerPoint. After an introduction to PowerPoint’s window components, students will open and run a presentation and switch between views. They’ll create a basic presentation and add content; arrange, insert, and delete slides; and apply templates and design themes. Then, they’ll learn how to create and edit shapes, insert and modify WordArt objects and pictures, and work with tables, charts, and diagrams. Finally, they’ll learn how to proof a presentation, create speaker notes, and present and share their presentations.

MS PowerPoint · Advanced

COURSE LENGTH: 4 HOURS
This course builds on the skills and concepts taught in PowerPoint Basic. Students will learn to control global settings by using slide masters, and to apply effects such as transitions and timings. They’ll learn more about working with images, and how to include media files, animation, and a photo album in a presentation. Next, they’ll explore advanced tools for working with SmartArt, tables, and charts, and then learn how to create action buttons and equations. Students will also integrate other Microsoft Office files, embed and link external resources, and create hyperlinks and much more...