PowerPoint: essentials

Learn the basic tools and capabilities of PowerPoint. You will learn how to plan, produce and give presentations. Knowledge required: basic computer literacy and the ability to use the mouse and keyboard.

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Key course information

Dates
22/02/12 - 21/03/12

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Day(s)
Wed

Duration
5 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees ?
Full fee: £129
Senior fee: £129
Concession: £62

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
CPP02

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Learn the basics of making overhead, slide or on-screen presentations using the software Powerpoint.

What topics will we cover?

Presentation design considerations.
Introduction to the main features of PowerPoint and its working environment.
How to create a presentation in Normal View and Outline View.
Enhancing presentations using font size and type, colour, style or slide background, line spacing, bullets and numbering and shadow effect.
Working in different views such as normal view, slide sorter and slide show.
Adding, deleting, copying and re-ordering slides.
Applying design templates.
Applying visual effects such as animation and transition effects.
Inserting and editing images, charts and tables.
Adding presenter's notes.
Printing slides, handouts, notes and outline.
Modifying slide master.
Working with graphics: using SmartArt Graphic and creating simple graphic objects using drawing tools.
Creating action buttons and Hyperlinks.
Inserting sound and media files.
Setting up a slide show using rehearsed timings.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Identify presentation design considerations.
Create a slide show using text and graphics.
Use formatting features to enhance the appearance of a slideshow.
Apply animation and slide transitions.
Apply preset slide design.
Use and modify slide master.
Use text and graphics as action buttons.
Print presentations in different formats.
Produce and edit various objects in a presentation such as charts, tables and images.
Time your presentation.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Although this is a beginner's course to PowerPoint, you should be able to use the keyboard and mouse and have word processing experience. You should be able to follow spoken instructions, read written instructions and information, and discuss work with your tutor.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Each student has their own computer.
Presentations will be made using computers, interactive whiteboard, overhead screen and printed notes.
Step by step instruction, with demonstrations where appropriate, will help you grasp the concepts.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

ECDL Advanced Powerpoint.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2515

computing@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times: 

Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30; Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30

You do not need to book an appointment, just come along on the days and at the times listed.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Tel: 020 7492 2515

computing@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times: 

Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30; Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30

You do not need to book an appointment, just come along on the days and at the times listed.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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