Answer Quest offers training for the following classes:
Excel 2013 Level 1

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to create and develop Excel worksheets and workbooks in order to work with and analyze the data that is critical to the success of your organization. You will:

  • Get started with Microsoft Office Excel 2013.
  • Perform calculations.
  • Modify a worksheet.
  • Format a worksheet.
  • Print workbooks.
  • Manage workbooks.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Getting Started with Microsoft Office Excel 2013

Topic A: Navigate the Excel User Interface
Topic B: Use Excel Commands
Topic C: Create and Save a Basic Workbook
Topic D: Enter Cell Data
Topic E: Use Excel Help

Lesson 2: Performing Calculations

Topic A: Create Worksheet Formulas
Topic B: Insert Functions
Topic C: Reuse Formulas

Lesson 3: Modifying a Worksheet

Topic A: Insert, Delete, and Adjust Cells, Columns, and Rows
Topic B: Search for and Replace Data
Topic C: Use Proofing and Research Tools

Lesson 4: Formatting a Worksheet

Topic A: Modify Fonts
Topic B: Add Borders and Colors to Worksheets
Topic C: Apply Number Formats
Topic D: Align Cell Contents
Topic E: Apply Styles and Themes
Topic F: Apply Basic Conditional Formatting
Topic G: Create and Use Templates

Lesson 5: Printing Workbooks

Topic A: Preview and Print a Workbook
Topic B: Define the Page Layout

Lesson 6: Managing Workbooks

Topic A: Manage Worksheets
Topic B: Manage Workbook and Worksheet Views
Topic C: Manage Workbook Properties

Appendix A: Microsoft Office Excel 2013 Exam 77-420

Appendix B: Microsoft Office Excel 2013 Expert Exams 77–427 and 77-428

Appendix C: Microsoft Excel 2013 Common Keyboard Shortcuts

Excel 2013 Level 2

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to leverage the power of data analysis and presentation in order to make informed, intelligent organizational decisions. You will:

  • Customize the Excel environment.
  • Create advanced formulas.
  • Analyze data by using functions and conditional formatting.
  • Organize and analyze datasets and tables.
  • Visualize data by using basic charts.
  • Analyze data by using PivotTables, slicers, and PivotCharts.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Customizing the Excel Environment

Topic A: Configure Excel Options
Topic B: Customize the Ribbon and the Quick Access Toolbar
Topic C: Enable Excel Add-Ins

Lesson 2: Creating Advanced Formulas

Topic A: Use Range Names in Formulas
Topic B: Use Specialized Functions
Topic C: Use Array Formulas

Lesson 3: Analyzing Data with Functions and Conditional Formatting

Topic A: Analyze Data by Using Text and Logical Functions
Topic B: Apply Advanced Conditional Formatting

Lesson 4: Organizing and Analyzing Datasets and Tables

Topic A: Create and Modify Tables
Topic B: Sort Data
Topic C: Filter Data
Topic D: Use SUBTOTAL and Database Functions

Lesson 5: Visualizing Data with Basic Charts

Topic A: Create Charts
Topic B: Modify and Format Charts

Lesson 6: Analyzing Data with PivotTables, Slicers, and PivotCharts

Topic A: Create a PivotTable
Topic B: Analyze PivotTable Data
Topic C: Present Data with PivotCharts
Topic D: Filter Data by Using Slicers

Appendix A: Microsoft Office Excel 2013 Exam 77-420

Appendix B: Microsoft Office Excel 2013 Expert Exams 77–427 and 77-428

Appendix C: Financial Functions

Appendix D: Date and Time Functions

Appendix E: Working with Graphical Objects

Excel 2013 Level 3

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to perform advanced data analysis, collaborate on workbooks with other users, and automate workbook functionality. You will:

  • Work with multiple worksheets and workbooks simultaneously.
  • Share and protect workbooks.
  • Automate workbook functionality.
  • Apply conditional logic.
  • Audit worksheets.
  • Use automated analysis tools.
  • Present your data visually.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Working with Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks Simultaneously

Topic A: Use 3-D References
Topic B: Use Links and External References
Topic C: Consolidate Data

Lesson 2: Sharing and Protecting Workbooks

Topic A: Collaborate on a Workbook
Topic B: Protect Worksheets and Workbooks

Lesson 3: Automating Workbook Functionality

Topic A: Apply Data Validation
Topic B: Work with Forms and Controls
Topic C: Work with Macros

Lesson 4: Applying Conditional Logic

Topic A: Use Lookup Functions
Topic B: Combine Functions
Topic C: Use Formulas and Functions to Apply Conditional Formatting

Lesson 5: Auditing Worksheets

Topic A: Trace Cells
Topic B: Search for Invalid Data and Formulas with Errors
Topic C: Watch and Evaluate Formulas

Lesson 6: Using Automated Analysis Tools

Topic A: Determine Potential Outcomes Using Data Tables
Topic B: Determine Potential Outcomes Using Scenarios
Topic C: Use the Goal Seek Feature
Topic D: Activate and Use the Solver Tool
Topic E: Analyze Data with Analysis ToolPak Tools

Lesson 7: Presenting Your Data Visually

Topic A: Use Advanced Chart Features
Topic B: Create Sparklines

Appendix A: Microsoft Office Excel 2013 Exam 77-420

Appendix B: Microsoft Office Excel 2013 Expert Exams 77–427 and 77-428

Appendix C: Cube Functions

Appendix D: Import and Export Data

Appendix E: Internationalize Workbooks

Appendix F: Work with PowerPivot

Excel 2013 Data Analysis with PowerPivots

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to use Excel 2013 advanced PivotTable functionality to analyze your raw data. You will:

  • Prepare data for PivotTable reporting and create PivotTables from various data sources.
  • Analyze Data Using PivotTables.
  • Work with PivotCharts.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Preparing Data and Creating PivotTables

Topic A: Prepare Data
Topic B: Create a PivotTable from a Local Data Source
Topic C: Create a PivotTable from Multiple Local Data Sources
Topic D: Create a PivotTable from an External Data Source

Lesson 2: Analyzing Data Using

Topic A: Summarize PivotTable Data
Topic B: Organize PivotTable Data
Topic C: Filter PivotTable Data
Topic D: Format a PivotTable
Topic E: Refresh and Change PivotTable Data

Lesson 3: Working with PivotCharts

Topic A: Create a PivotChart
Topic B: Manipulate PivotChart Data
Topic C: Format a PivotChart

Excel 2013 Functions & Formulas

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Excel 2010 Level 1

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to create and develop Excel worksheets and workbooks in order to work with and analyze the data that is critical to the success of your organization. You will:

  • Get started with Microsoft Office Excel 2010.
  • Perform calculations.
  • Modify a worksheet.
  • Format a worksheet.
  • Print workbooks.
  • Manage workbooks.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Getting Started with Microsoft Office Excel 2010

Topic A: Navigate the Excel User Interface
Topic B: Use Excel Commands
Topic C: Create and Save a Basic Workbook
Topic D: Enter Cell Data
Topic E: Use Excel Help

Lesson 2: Performing Calculations

Topic A: Create Worksheet Formulas
Topic B: Insert Functions
Topic C: Reuse Formulas

Lesson 3: Modifying a Worksheet

Topic A: Insert, Delete, and Adjust Cells, Columns, and Rows
Topic B: Search for and Replace Data
Topic C: Use Proofing and Research Tools

Lesson 4: Formatting a Worksheet

Topic A: Modify Fonts
Topic B: Add Borders and Colors to Worksheets
Topic C: Apply Number Formats
Topic D: Align Cell Contents
Topic E: Apply Styles and Themes
Topic F: Apply Basic Conditional Formatting
Topic G: Create and Use Templates

Lesson 5: Printing Workbooks

Topic A: Preview and Print a Workbook
Topic B: Define the Page Layout

Lesson 6: Managing Workbooks

Topic A: Manage Worksheets
Topic B: Manage Workbook and Worksheet Views
Topic C: Manage Workbook Properties

Appendix A: Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Exam 77-882

Appendix B: Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Expert Exam 77–888

Appendix C: Microsoft Excel 2010 Common Keyboard Shortcuts

Excel 2010 Level 2

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to leverage the power of data analysis and presentation in order to make informed, intelligent organizational decisions. You will:

  • Customize the Excel environment.
  • Create advanced formulas.
  • Analyze data by using functions and conditional formatting.
  • Organize and analyze datasets and tables.
  • Visualize data by using basic charts.
  • Analyze data by using PivotTables, slicers, and PivotCharts.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Customizing the Excel Environment

Topic A: Configure Excel Options
Topic B: Customize the Ribbon and the Quick Access Toolbar
Topic C: Enable Excel Add-Ins

Lesson 2: Creating Advanced Formulas

Topic A: Use Range Names in Formulas
Topic B: Use Specialized Functions
Topic C: Use Array Formulas

Lesson 3: Analyzing Data with Functions and Conditional Formatting

Topic A: Analyze Data by Using Text and Logical Functions
Topic B: Apply Advanced Conditional Formatting

Lesson 4: Organizing and Analyzing Datasets and Tables

Topic A: Create and Modify Tables
Topic B: Sort Data
Topic C: Filter Data
Topic D: Use SUBTOTAL and Database Functions

Lesson 5: Visualizing Data with Basic Charts

Topic A: Create Charts
Topic B: Modify and Format Charts

Lesson 6: Analyzing Data with PivotTables, Slicers, and PivotCharts

Topic A: Create a PivotTable
Topic B: Analyze PivotTable Data
Topic C: Present Data with PivotCharts
Topic D: Filter Data by Using Slicers

Appendix A: Financial Functions

Appendix B: Date and Time Functions

Appendix C: Working with Graphical Objects

Appendix D: Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Exam 77-882

Appendix E: Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Expert Exam 77–888

Excel 2010 Level 3

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to perform advanced data analysis, collaborate on workbooks with other users, and automate workbook functionality. You will:

  • Work with multiple worksheets and workbooks simultaneously.
  • Share and protect workbooks.
  • Automate workbook functionality.
  • Apply conditional logic.
  • Audit worksheets.
  • Use automated analysis tools.
  • Present your data visually.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Working with Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks Simultaneously

Topic A: Use 3-D References
Topic B: Use Links and External References
Topic C: Consolidate Data

Lesson 2: Sharing and Protecting Workbooks

Topic A: Collaborate on a Workbook
Topic B: Protect Worksheets and Workbooks

Lesson 3: Automating Workbook Functionality

Topic A: Apply Data Validation
Topic B: Work with Forms and Controls
Topic C: Work with Macros

Lesson 4: Applying Conditional Logic

Topic A: Use Lookup Functions
Topic B: Combine Functions
Topic C: Use Formulas and Functions to Apply Conditional Formatting

Lesson 5: Auditing Worksheets

Topic A: Trace Cells
Topic B: Search for Invalid Data and Formulas with Errors
Topic C: Watch and Evaluate Formulas

Lesson 6: Using Automated Analysis Tools

Topic A: Determine Potential Outcomes by Using Data Tables
Topic B: Determine Potential Outcomes by Using Scenarios
Topic C: Use the Goal Seek Feature
Topic D: Activate and Use the Solver Tool
Topic E: Analyze Data with Analysis ToolPak Tools

Lesson 7: Presenting Your Data Visually

Topic A: Use Advanced Chart Features
Topic B: Create Sparklines

Appendix A: Cube Functions

Appendix B: Import and Export Data

Appendix C: Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Exam 77-882

Appendix D: Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Expert Exam 77-888

Excel 2010 Level 4

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Manipulate data using statistical and lookup functions.
  • Analyze data using the data analysis tools in Microsoft Excel 2010.
  • Make investment decisions using the financial functions in Excel 2010.
  • Examine data using math functions in Excel 2010.
  • Manipulate data using text and information functions in Excel.
  • Create templates and work with Excel’s advanced chart options.
  • Manage data in Excel workbooks.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Manipulating Data Using Statistical and Lookup Functions

Topic 1A: Forecast GDP Using Statistical Functions
Topic 1B: Evaluate Sales Data Using Statistical Functions
Topic 1C: Analyze Stock Data Using Statistical Functions
Topic 1D: Mine Data Using the Lookup and Reference Functions

Lesson 2: Analyzing Data Using Data Analysis Tools

Topic 2A: Analyze Sales Data Using Descriptive Statistics
Topic 2B: Analyze Time Series Data Using Exponential Smoothing
Topic 2C: Analyze Data Using Regression
Topic 2D: Identify the Beta Value of a Security
Topic 2E: Analyze Sector Data Using Correlation and Covariance Matrices
Topic 2F: Optimize a Stock Portfolio Using Solver

Lesson 3: Working with Data Using Financial Functions

Topic 3A: Develop an Investment Schedule Using Financial Functions
Topic 3B: Make Investment Decisions Using Financial Functions

Lesson 4: Examining Data Using Math Functions

Topic 4A: Analyze Sales Data Using Math Functions
Topic 4B: Calculate Stock Returns Using Math Functions
Topic 4C: Aggregate GDP Data Using Math Functions

Lesson 5: Manipulating Data Using Text and Information Functions

Topic 5A: Manipulate Data Using Text Functions
Topic 5B: Validate Data Using Information Functions

Lesson 6: Working with Templates and Charts

Topic 6A: Create Advanced Templates
Topic 6B: Create Advanced Charts

Lesson 7: Managing Data in Workbooks

Topic 7A: Retrieve and Paste Data
Topic 7B: Clean Data in Workbooks

Appendix A: Commonly Used Excel Functions

Appendix B: Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Exam 77–882

Appendix C: Microsoft Office Excel Expert 2010 Exam 77–888

Excel 2010 VBA

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Develop a macro.
  • Format worksheets using macros.
  • Create an interactive worksheet.
  • Work with multiple worksheets.
  • Perform calculations.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Developing Macros

Topic 1A: Create a Macro Using the Macro Recorder
Topic 1B: Edit a Macro
Topic 1C: Debug a Macro
Topic 1D: Customize the Quick Access Toolbar and Hotkeys
Topic 1E: Set Macro Security

Lesson 2: Formatting Worksheets Using Macros

Topic 2A: Insert Text
Topic 2B: Format Text
Topic 2C: Sort Data
Topic 2D: Duplicate Data
Topic 2E: Generate a Report

Lesson 3: Creating an Interactive Worksheet

Topic 3A: Determine the Dialog Box Type
Topic 3B: Capture User Input

Lesson 4: Working with Multiple Worksheets

Topic 4A: Insert, Copy, and Delete Worksheets
Topic 4B: Rename Worksheets
Topic 4C: Modify the Order of Worksheets
Topic 4D: Print Worksheets

Lesson 5: Performing Calculations

Topic 5A: Create User-Defined Functions
Topic 5B: Automate SUM Functions

Excel 2010 PivotTables

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Build a PivotTable.
  • Analyze data using PivotTables.
  • Present PivotTable data visually.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Building a PivotTable

Topic 1A: Insert a PivotTable
Topic 1B: Create a PivotTable Based on External Data
Topic 1C: Categorize PivotTable Data
Topic 1D: Customize a PivotTable

Lesson 2: Analyzing Data Using PivotTables

Topic 2A: Create Custom Calculations in a PivotTable
Topic 2B: Restructure a PivotTable

Lesson 3: Presenting PivotTable Data Visually

Topic 3A: Format a PivotTable
Topic 3B: Present a PivotTable in a PivotChart
Topic 3C: Print PivotTables and PivotCharts

Appendix A: Solvers

Appendix B: Goal Seek

Appendix C: Troubleshooting PivotTables

Excel 2010 PowerPivot

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Become familiar with the PowerPivot application and import data.
  • Manipulate data in a PowerPivot worksheet.
  • Create reports using PowerPivot data.
  • Use DAX functions in PowerPivot.
  • Distribute PowerPivot Data.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Getting Started with PowerPivot

Topic 1A: Explore the PowerPivot Application
Topic 1B: Import Data from Various Data Sources
Topic 1C: Refresh Data from a Data Source
Topic 1D: Create Linked Tables

Lesson 2: Manipulating PowerPivot Data

Topic 2A: Organize and Format Tables
Topic 2B: Create Calculated Columns
Topic 2C: Sort and Filter PowerPivot Data
Topic 2D: Create and Manage Table Relationships

Lesson 3: Creating PowerPivot Reports

Topic 3A: Create a PivotTable
Topic 3B: Create PivotCharts
Topic 3C: Filter Data Using Slicers
Topic 3D: Present PivotTable Data Visually

Lesson 4: Using DAX Functions in PowerPivot

Topic 4A: Manipulate PowerPivot Data Using DAX Functions
Topic 4B: Extract Data from Tables Using Functions
Topic 4C: Work with Time Dependent Data

Lesson 5: Distributing PowerPivot Data

Topic 5A: Protect Reports
Topic 5B: Save Reports in Different File Formats

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