Microsoft PowerPoint Computer Training

Level 1 – New User (1 day)

• what's new in your version?
• overview of PowerPoint features and capabilities
• functional elements of the PowerPoint screen
• obtaining help
• opening, closing, saving and searching for files
• creating a new presentation using Wizards and Templates
• inserting, deleting and moving slides, (including using Slide Sorter)
• working with text and bullet point slides
• working with table and chart slides, (including chart customisation)
• adding graphic images, (including ClipArt and Pictures)
• creating a slide show - using slide transitions and timings
• applying simple animations to enhance visual impact

Level 2 – Regular User (1 day)

• review of good presentation design concepts and techniques
• editing ClipArt and adjusting image properties
• creating your own drawings and graphics using the drawing tools
• using Outline view to organise your presentation
• using the proofing tools and Find and Replace to make global corrections
• using more complex animations to enhance visual impact
• changing the presentation template or layout
• changing the slide background and colour scheme
• working with masters
• using the Pack and Go feature to save large presentations on floppy disk or CD