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1 Class Agenda – 10/30/2012 Learning objectives and methods for Excel part of class. Demonstrate using Lynda.com for extra help with Excel. Describe worksheet structure. Start design for Excel #1.

2 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 Make functional and correct worksheets Practice creating worksheets in tutorials & assignments. Tutorials 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

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

4 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

5 Spreadsheet Design Input data; “What-if” scenario input. Calculation areas. Total areas. Charts.

6 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.


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