COMPUTER COURSES
If you have never used a computer before or if you are an experienced user we have a course for you!
Introduction to Computers (for Trade Unionists)
This course is aimed at people who have no or very little experience with computers. You will find out a little of what computers can do and have a chance to gain the necessary skills and confidence to explore Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Our worksheets give a step by step guide to the introduction of computers.Word Processing
Everyone thinks that word processing is the easy thing to do on a computer; it's just a glorified typewriter after all, but are you aware of the features that Word contains? On this course you will explore many of the features of Microsoft Word such as cut and paste, find and replace, creating tables, tables of contents etc. By the time you have finished you will be able to produce high quality letters and posters without any problems.Spreadsheets
Get the spreadsheet to perform your calculations! Gain the skills and knowledge of Excel to enter, edit and present numerical data using formulae and basic formatting tools and to produce and format a variety of charts and graphs. Gain confidence in using complex functions and formulae to analyse, interpret data and to predict future value and project results.Databases
Databases are a vital tool for trade unionists; creating and maintaining an up to date membership database can make communicating with members a much simpler task. At home a database can help you manage a hobby or collection or provide you with a detailed household inventory for insurance and security purposes. Using Access you will learn how to enter and amend data into a new and existing database. Learn how to modify and select data using multiple criteria and to produce and format specific reports.PowerPoint
Have you seen others with a PowerPoint presentation and wondered how good it looks! Well, you can create one with our worksheets. Surprise yourself and learn how create and use a PowerPoint presentation. Various design layouts are available waiting to be selected by you to text, colour, images and music onto slides. You will then be able to customize each slide and have them flowing in sequence.Working towards the European Computer Driving Licence - ECDL
The most wanted course at the moment! This course is aimed at those who have some knowledge on each of the above applications. Build your skills and knowledge in Concepts of IT, Using a Computer and Managing files, Word Processing, Databases, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Information and Communication. Please note that ECDL tests will be undertaken at the Trade Union Studies Centre. Learners from the south bank will be notified of their testing centre soon.Web Design
This course will give you the opportunity to learn how to create a web site. Learn how to create, format and link web pages.
