Course Title: Advanced Computer Applications

Course Overview: This course is designed to provide advanced skills in using computer applications for professional and personal productivity. The focus will be on advanced features and techniques in Microsoft Office suite along with other essential software tools commonly used in various fields.

Course Duration: 12 weeks (3 hours per week)

Module 1: Advanced Microsoft Word

  • Styles and formatting
  • Advanced page layout options
  • Mail merge and automation techniques
  • Advanced document collaboration and review features
  • Macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) customization

Module 2: Advanced Microsoft Excel

  • Advanced functions and formulas
  • Data analysis with PivotTables and PivotCharts
  • Data validation and conditional formatting
  • Advanced charting techniques
  • Macros and automation using VBA

Module 3: Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint

  • Advanced slide design and layouts
  • Multimedia integration (audio, video, animations)
  • Custom animations and transitions
  • Slide master and template customization
  • Collaboration and sharing options

Module 4: Advanced Microsoft Access

  • Relational database design concepts
  • Advanced query design and optimization
  • Forms and reports customization
  • Macros and VBA programming for automation
  • Database integration with other Office applications

Module 5: Business Communication and Collaboration Tools

  • Microsoft Outlook:
    • Advanced email management techniques
    • Calendar sharing and delegation
    • Task management and organization
    • Rules and automation
  • Microsoft Teams:
    • Team collaboration and communication
    • Channel organization and customization
    • Meetings and video conferencing
    • Integration with other Office applications

Module 6: Project Management Software

  • Introduction to project management concepts
  • Microsoft Project:
    • Project planning and scheduling
    • Resource management and allocation
    • Gantt chart customization
    • Tracking progress and dependencies

Module 7: Graphics and Design Software

  • Adobe Photoshop:
    • Advanced image editing techniques
    • Layers and masks
    • Photo manipulation and retouching
  • Adobe Illustrator:
    • Vector graphics creation and manipulation
    • Typography and text effects
    • Logo design and branding

Module 8: Web Design and Development

  • HTML and CSS fundamentals
  • Website design principles and best practices
  • Introduction to content management systems (CMS) like WordPress
  • Website customization and theme development
  • Basic SEO techniques

Module 9: Data Visualization and Analysis

  • Introduction to data visualization concepts
  • Microsoft Power BI:
    • Data modeling and transformation
    • Creating interactive dashboards and reports
    • Sharing and collaboration features

Module 10: Cloud Computing and Collaboration Tools

  • Introduction to cloud computing
  • Google Workspace (formerly G Suite):
    • Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms
    • Collaboration features and real-time editing
    • File sharing and storage with Google Drive

Module 11: Advanced Topics in Microsoft Office

  • Advanced features in Microsoft Office applications based on student interest and industry relevance
  • Additional topics may include advanced Excel functions, PowerPoint animation effects, Access database optimization, etc.

Module 12: Capstone Project

  • Students will work on a capstone project applying the skills learned throughout the course
  • Project topics may include creating complex documents, data analysis and visualization, creating presentations, database development, etc.