Class Agenda – 10/24/2013 Recap Access part of the class. Learning objectives and methods for Excel part of class. Demonstrate using Lynda.com for extra help with Excel. Describe worksheet structure. Practice designing worksheets (spreadsheets).

What have we learned so far? Components of a business application. Process for developing a business application. Fundamental concepts of database (table) design. Overview of business application development product: Access.  Tables  Queries  Forms and Reports Introductory concepts of information visualization.

Learning ObjectivesMethodsHow Understand when to use a spreadsheet Class discussion and lectureIn class Be able to design a workbook Practice designing individual worksheets & whole workbooks In class & tutorials Learn how to navigate through worksheets Practice creating worksheets in tutorials & assignments. Tutorials, Lynda.com, Google Produce functional and correct worksheets Practice creating worksheets in tutorials & assignments. Tutorials, Lynda.com, Google Make pretty worksheets Practice creating worksheets in tutorials & assignments Tutorials & In class Learn advanced Excel functions Practice creating worksheets in assignments & in class In class, Lynda.com, Google

All about spreadsheets What is a spreadsheet? What are the core competencies of spreadsheet products? What are three examples of personal and organizational applications that are appropriate for a spreadsheet? Why are spreadsheets frequently used for “what-if” questions and what are “what-if” questions? What is a “workbook” vs. a “worksheet” in Excel? What is the general structure of a worksheet?

Sample spreadsheet types Data storage with calculations. Data storage with conditional logic Forms “What if” analysis.

The “Power” of a spreadsheet Formulas and functions. Copying, dragging. A powerful spreadsheet is designed to have draggable formulas and functions! Cell references  Relative  Absolute  Mixed  Named

Spreadsheet Design Input data. “What-if” parameter input. Calculation areas. Total areas. Charts.

Spreadsheet focus Spreadsheets are often a key tool in business decision making. Should help the person using the spreadsheet focus on what is important.  Structure of sheet.  Lines.  Colors.  Formatting.  Conditional formatting.