Advanced Excel (ECDL) (B00307-121304)

Course Overview:

The ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) is a qualification run by the British Computer Society (BCS) that is universally recognised throughout Europe as an all round computer qualification. There are 3 levels of the ECDL; this is the 3rd and most advanced level. This is a classroom taught module of the ECDL Advanced (level 3) training course which culminates in the taking of the ECDL test. This enables learners to develop specialist skills in aspects of Microsoft office whilst moving towards the overall advanced ECDL qualification

Entry Requirements:

A good level of English and Maths (level 2 equivalent to a C grade at GCSE or Level 2 in adult Literacy and Numeracy) is needed in order to do the course. This is not a beginners course and knowledge of Microsoft Access at an intermediate level is required. This advanced course will develop your skills from this level and it will be assumed that you already have existing skills.

Course Content:

The module goals for ECDL are set by BCS. The advanced Excel Module has the following goals: Application of advanced formatting such as conditional formatting and customised number formatting and handle worksheets. Use of functions such as those associated with logical, statistical, financial and mathematical operations. Create charts and apply advanced chart formatting features. Work with tables and lists to analyse, filter and sort data. Create and use scenarios. Using validation and auditing tools on spreadsheet data. Enhancing productivity by using named cell ranges, macros and templates. Integration of data using linking, embedding and importing. Collaborative spreadsheets, reviewing spreadsheets. Application of security features

Additional Information:

If you require further course information or advice & guidance that is not answered in this outline please email bit@racc.ac.uk. If you would like general information about the college, for example, fees & finance, funding, term dates or opening times please email info@racc.ac.uk, telephone 020 8843 7921, or drop in to our main reception area at either site.

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Bring To First Class:

Course notes will be provided throughout although you may wish to bring a pen and paper for additional notes. Also be aware you must bring in one form of photographic ID with you to the first lesson

Attendance:

Regular attendance required as this will be assessed by a rigorous exam at the end of the course. If you are aware of any likely absence please inform the tutor as soon as possible so that the relevant material can be made available to you.

Further Study and Career Opportunities:

After this course, you may wish to consider moving onto the other ECDL advanced modules: Word, Access and Powerpoint. Completion of all 4 of these modules grants you a full advanced ECDL (level

Alternative Courses:

• B00389-131401 $$$ FL3 Advanced Office Skills (ECDL)
  Start: 14/04/2014 Duration: 12 week(s) Days/Time: Mon, Wed (09:30 to 15:00)
• B00306-131401 Advanced Access (ECDL)
  Start: 24/04/2014 Duration: 10 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (19:00 to 21:00)
• B00308-131401 Advanced PowerPoint (ECDL)
  Start: 24/04/2014 Duration: 10 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (19:00 to 21:00)
• B00310-131401 Advanced Word (ECDL)
  Start: 07/10/2013 Duration: 9 week(s) Days/Time: Mon (19:00 to 21:00)
• B00310-131402 Advanced Word (ECDL)
  Start: 14/04/2014 Duration: 10 week(s) Days/Time: Mon (19:00 to 21:00)

How to Enrol:

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Frequently Asked Questions:

The ECDL is an exam based qualification and is offered to students at the end of the course. It is a formal exam and will need to be arranged so that the college have an approved invigilator present.
The first exam fee will be included in the cost of the course but any re-sits will needed to be funded by the learner.

Information Advice and Guidance:

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