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Lotus SmartSuite 97 Course Outlines
At Fox Valley Computing, our mission is to provide you with no-fail learning events to support your end-users – to ensure increased productivity. We do this by providing proven instruction for multiple products and multiple platforms. This allows you to choose the integrated solution that’s best for your needs. Performance-based objectives
* Identify some fundamental personal computing concepts and terminology, such as hardware components, software, and computer networks. * Examine and identify components of the Windows 95 screen; select items with the mouse pointer; access Windows features by using the Start button; and work with windows by using buttons and dragging techniques. * Observe the contents of a hard disk by using the My Computer icon; observe shared resources by using the Network Neighborhood icon; and access a disk quickly by creating a desktop shortcut. * Become accustomed to common Windows program techniques by experimenting with Help and WordPad. * Work with multiple programs by using the taskbar to switch between tile windows. * Share data between programs by using the Edit, Copy and Edit, Paste commands; create simple graphic shapes by using the Paint accessory. * Display the contents of disks by using the Windows Explorer; create a folder by using a shortcut menu; copy and move documents and folders by dragging them; and sort and locate documents by using the Windows Explorer. * Prepare a disk for use with the Format command; copy and move groups of documents; delete and restore documents by using the Recycle Bin; and exit Windows by using the Shut Down command. Windows 95: Advanced User Performance-based objectives
* Create a custom user interface by changing properties of the taskbar, the desktop, and other components. * Create subfolders, modify file attributes, and use Quick View to briefly look at a file. * Start MS-DOS-based programs; use familiar MS-DOS commands; and work in the MS-DOS-based editor. * Manipulate the print queue; set up a printer to print MS-DOS-based programs; and use the Print Troubleshooter to solve printing problems. * Understand the purpose and use of such system tools as Backup, DriveSpace, ScanDisk, and Disk Defragmenter. * Examine configuration and installation issues, such as the differences between 32-bit applications and 16-bit applications. * Browse resources on the Network Neighborhood, and communicate with other people by using Microsoft Exchange. Performance-based objectives
* Create, edit, save, view, and print a document by using Word Pro 97 for Windows 95. * Open an existing document and format characters and paragraphs. * Create, modify, and enhance tables. * Apply the finishing touches by proofing the document, setting margins, tabs, and pagination, and by creating headers and footers. * Create a document by using a SmartMaster. * Create an Internet home page by using Word Pro SmartMasters. * Share the editing of documents with co-workers by using team computing features. Word Pro 97: Advanced Performance-based objectives
* Understand how to customize the Word Pro 97 workplace. * Change the appearance of text by using styles. * Create SmartMasters and edit click-blocks. * Modify, format, and work with numeric data in a table. * Merge a document with data to create multiple variations of the document. * Create glossary entries and insert them into a document. * Format text into newspaper columns and add graphics. * Create and modify a drawing and a chart. Performance-based objectives
* Understand the disadvantages of paper spreadsheets and understand the basics of the 1-2-3 environment by examining a paper spreadsheet and starting the 1-2-3 program. * Create and save a basic worksheet by entering text, values, formulas; access different areas of a worksheet by using the keyboard and the mouse. * Modify a worksheet by editing existing data; create formulas by using 1-2-3’s built-in @Functions; use a number of techniques to access 1-2-3’s On-Line Help system. * Insert rows into the worksheet and move data by using shortcut menus and the SmartFill technique. * Copy data and quickly fill ranges with data by using shortcut menus and the SmartFill technique. * Change the appearance of the worksheet by using the Status Bar and the InfoBox. * Prepare a document for printing by using the Spell Check feature and a variety of printing options. * Understand the basis of using three-dimensional workbooks, creating charts, and using SmartMasters. 1-2-3 97: Charting and Database Functions Performance-based objectives
* Display data graphically by creating a chart. * Enhance chart displays and manage the data displayed on the chart by using the InfoBox. * Display data as parts of a whole by creating and enhancing pie charts. * Update charts by adding data series, assigning styles, and customizing the chart axes. * Sort data by using the sort features of 1-2-3. * Work with a range of data as a database table to find records by using a query table. * Extract and manage data in a database table by using a query table. 1-2-3 97: Advanced Performance-based objectives
* Create decision-making formulas by using range names and advanced functions * Display and protect worksheet data by hiding and displaying columns and protecting cells * Summarize data from several workbooks by creating and modifying formulas that link workbook files * Troubleshoot and analyze data by using the @ISERR function and the Backsolver * Analyze information by substituting different sets of data into specified ranges by using versions and version groups * Automate repetitive tasks by creating and running macros and scripts * Enhance a worksheet’s appearance by using designer frames and style templates, and print large worksheets by using print titles and changing the page orientation * Customize the 1-2-3 work area by modifying an existing SmartIcon set and creating a customized SmartIcon set; and work with the Internet by using built-in Internet tools Freelance Graphics 97: Introduction Performance-based objectives
* Become familiar with the Freelance Graphics environment. * Understand the basics of creating a new presentation. * Work with bullet lists. * Create organization and table charts. * Create bar and pie charts. * Use the drawing tools to create and annotate presentation pages. * Enhance presentations by adding animation and changing the transitions between the pages of a screen show. * Use tools to rehearse a presentation. * Import data into a presentation. Freelance Graphics 97: Advanced Performance-based objectives
* Create a professional presentation from scratch. * Manipulate graphic images to support the message. * Apply visual effects to pages, text, and objects within a presentation. * Use multimedia to enhance the presentation. Performance-based objectives
* Demonstrate an understanding of database concepts by using database terminology and identifying the components of an Approach database. * Apply database design principles by creating a database and inputting data. * Modify forms, worksheets, and databases by adding, moving, and deleting fields. * Find specific records or groups of records by using Approach to sort and locate data. * Manage data by using search criteria such as operators and conditions. * List, group, and summarize data by creating and modifying reports. * Enhance forms by applying data-validation techniques, moving objects, and adding macro buttons and graphics. * Manage multiple databases by applying database design principles and joining multiple databases. Approach 97: Advanced Performance-based objectives
* Define databases and add data to them by using templates and by importing and exporting data. * Explore the Approach Preferences settings, and identify and solve common data problems by applying the concepts of data normalization. * Create forms based on multiple databases by using a repeating panel. * Display data from multiple databases by creating repeating panel reports. * Analyze and evaluate the information in databases by creating worksheets, crosstabs, and charts. * Create form letters and generate mailing labels from databases. * Use existing macros like templates to create new macros, and create decision-making macros by using the If function. * Personalize the Approach environment by displaying a customized set of SmartIcons and creating a custom menu. Performance-based objectives
* Be familiar with the Organizer 97 GS interface and create and edit appointments. * Use the group scheduling feature to schedule a meeting and accept, decline, or send a delegate to a meeting. * Create and edit records in the Address section. * Schedule yearly events by using the Planner and Anniversary sections. * Create, edit, and print tasks in the To Do section. * Log incoming and outgoing phone messages by using the Calls section. * Add, edit, and format text in the Notepad section. * Work more efficiently by using TeamMail and by viewing more than one calendar at a time.
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