Millikan Computer Technologies
TRAINING

This course introduces students to the world of the personal computer and Microsoft Windows. Topics covered include the Windows desktop, basic components of the window, navigating in the Windows environment, file management in the Windows environment and more. The class also covers the icons, toolbars and other features of the environment of Windows based programs such as Word and Excel. 

This course begins with a review, as necessary, of Windows basics and then moves into a more in-depth discussion of navigating in the Windows environment and file management in the Windows environment. This class emphasizes using Windows to effectively organize your folders and files. The course also covers many tricks and tips that make working in the world of Windows far more efficient.  

This course introduces students to the world of Outlook, a powerful personal information manager. Topics covered include navigating in Outlook, sending and receiving email, using the calendar, creating electronic business cards and more.

This class reviews material, as necessary, from the beginning course. From there we cover such functions as setting up additional folders for storing mail, how to move mail from one folder to another, how to combine the resources of Outlook and Word, establishing personal file cabinets and address lists and much more.

This course introduces the student to the world of word processing. The student will learn how to create and format documents using the powerful tools of Microsoft Word. Topics include basic navigation in the Word environment, editing techniques, saving and printing documents, setting tabs and margins and much more.

This course builds on the student’s existing knowledge of Word. The class starts with a basic review, as necessary, before moving into such features as tables, graphics, WordArt, using templates and forms effectively as well as mail merges. This class focuses on developing a greater understanding of how Word can enhance the students’ daily activities. Real work-place examples, if available, help the students immediately understand how these new skills can be applied to their daily productivity.

This course introduces the student to the world of spreadsheets. The student will learn how to create and format spreadsheets using the powerful tools of Microsoft Excel. Topics include basic navigation in the Excel environment, entering data in the spreadsheet, saving and printing documents, using formulas, affecting the presentation and formatting of the spreadsheet and much more.

This course builds on the student’s existing knowledge of such Excel basics as creating, saving and printing spreadsheet before moving on to more in-depth discussions of formulas, spreadsheet formatting and using other tools such as functions, filters and sorts to better present and analyze the material in a spreadsheet. Here again, real work-place examples, if available, help the students immediately understand how these new skills can be applied to their daily productivity.

This course introduces the student to the amazing tools offered by PowerPoint to create effective presentations. Whether you want to sell or market a product or service, communicate news or just be more creative in your current work, this class will help you understand how PowerPoint can assist you in achieving your goals. Topics covered include navigating in PowerPoint, using views effectively, using the wizards and design templates and much more.