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SVI workbook tutorials on the database package Microsoft Access 2003. Files for the exercises are provied on CDs.

Access 2003: 3 volumes (CDs) Self-taught Not bookable

This set of 3 CDs by LearnKey takes you step-by-step through the functions and features of Microsoft Access 2003.

Access 2007: Level 1 (Win) (workbooks) Tue 22 Mar 2011   09:00 Finished

The skills and knowledge acquired in Microsoft Access 2007 Level 1 are sufficient to create robust relational database systems, enter, edit and delete data in database files, produce information in forms and reports and generate queries on the data. Microsoft Access 2007 Level 1 is designed for people who need to know how to create effective databases and to manipulate data to provide viable information.

Watsonia workbook tutorials. Files for the exercises are provided on CDs.

Acrobat 5 (CD) Self-taught Not bookable

This VTC Training CD can be used under Windows or on the Macintosh.

Advanced Ballroom Dancing Wed 7 Aug 2024   09:30 [Places]


Would you like to be able to dance like they do on 'Strictly'? If so then this is the course for you!

Advanced Salsa Fri 14 Jun 2024   09:30 [Places]


Learn the basic moves to get you up and running on the dance floor.

This is a set of 3 tutorials by Mac Pro Video on Logic, Apple's audio editor. The DVDs can be used on Macs (although advertised as being usable under Windows, we have had no success in doing so).

Buying via iProcurement Self-taught Bookable

iProcurement, or iProc for short, is an internet way of ordering goods and services linked to an electronic Marketplace that contains hundreds and thousands of products. iProcurement is a new application accessed via the Cambridge University Finance System (CUFS).

The iProcurement training is split into four courses, and you only need to complete the course relevant to your role.

Cake Baking Class new Mon 17 Jun 2024   14:00 [Places]

Everyone loves eating cake, but do you know how to make one? What if you get a midnight craving and don't have cake at home? This course will enable you to whip up your all-time favourite cake, whether that be chocolate, coffee or a classic Victoria Sponge.

You'll never be caught without cake again!

Chocolate Truffle Making for Beginners new Fri 18 Jul 2014   14:00 Finished

How to make truffles!

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Dreamweaver Fundamentals (CD) Self-taught Not bookable

This VTC Training CD can be used under Windows or on the Macintosh. Dreamweaver provides facilities for Web site design and production. It is curently the only tool to offer Roundtrip HTML between visual and source editing for fast creation of great looking, cross browser Web sites. Features include advanced table editing, site management tools, Dream Templates, and extensibility.

In Module 1 the candidate will learn about some of the main concepts of IT at a general level. The candidate will learn about the general make-up of a personal computer in terms of hardware and software and about some of the concepts of Information Technology (IT) such as data storage and memory. The candidate will also learn some basic troubleshooting concepts and techniques and how to identify the setup and components of their computer. The candidate will gain an appreciation of health and safety issues as well as some of the environmental factors involved in using computers. The candidate will also learn about some of the important security and legal issues associated with using computers.

  • Chapter 1: General Concepts
  • Chapter 2: Hardware
  • Chapter 3: Basic System Maintenance
  • Chapter 4: System Interrogation
  • Chapter 5: The Use Of IT In Everyday Life
  • Chapter 6: Health and Safety and the Environment
  • Chapter 7: Security
  • Chapter 8: Copyright And The Law

In Module 2 the candidate will learn about some of the common functions of a personal computer and its operating system. The candidate will learn how to adjust main settings, use the built in help features and deal with a non-responding application. The candidate will learn how to operate effectively within the desktop environment and work with desktop icons and windows. The candidate will learn how to manage and organise files and folders, and how to duplicate, move and delete files and folders, and how to compress and extract files. The candidate will also learn what a computer virus is and how to use anti-virus software. The candidate will also learn how to use simple editing tools and the print management facilities available within the operating system.

  • Chapter 1: Getting Started
  • Chapter 2: Working With A Window
  • Chapter 3: Desktop Icons
  • Chapter 4: Using Applications
  • Chapter 5: Data Storage In Windows
  • Chapter 6: Windows Explorer
  • Chapter 7: Working With Folders
  • Chapter 8: Disks
  • Chapter 9: Working With Files

In Module 3 the candidate will learn about word processing and will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a word processing application on a computer. The candidate will be able to accomplish everyday tasks associated with creating, formatting and finishing small sized word processing documents ready for distribution. He or she will also be able to duplicate and move text within and between documents, and demonstrate competence in using some of the features associated with word processing applications such as creating standard tables, using pictures and images within a document, and using mail merge tools.

In Module 4 the candidate will learn about the concepts of spreadsheets and will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a spreadsheet on a computer. The candidate will be able to develop, format, modify and use a spreadsheet of limited scope ready for distribution. This will involve creating formulas and using standard functions, and creating and formatting charts/graphs.

This publication is intended for people who wish to prepare for Module 5 - Database of the ECDL/ICDL Syllabus (Version 4.5) using Microsoft Access 2007. In Module 5 the candidate will learn about the main concepts of databases and be able to demonstrate the ability to use a database on a computer. The candidate will be able to create and modify tables, queries, forms and reports, and prepare outputs ready for distribution. The candidate will be able to relate tables and retrieve and manipulate database information using the query and sort tools available in the application.

In Module 6 the candidate will learn about presentation software and will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a presentation application on a computer. The candidate will be able to create and modify presentations complete with text, charts, and images, run slide shows, and prepare outputs ready for showing or the printer.

Module 7 is made up of two sections. In the first section, the candidate will learn about some of the concepts and terms associated with the Internet, especially those associated with security. The candidate will learn how to perform some common Web search tasks using a Web browsing application and available search engine tools. The candidate will learn how to bookmark sites, and to print Web pages and search outputs. The candidate will also learn how to navigate within a Web site and complete Web-based forms. In the second section, the candidate will learn about some of the concepts associated with e-mail and gain an appreciation of email and security. The candidate will learn how to use e-mail software to send and receive messages and to work with message attachments.

Excel 2002: 3 levels (work books + CDs) Self-taught Not bookable

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Excel 2003: 3 volumes (CDs) Self-taught Not bookable

This set of 3 CDs by LearnKey takes you step-by-step through the functions and features of Microsoft Excel 2003.

Excel 2003: 4 levels (work books + CDs) Self-taught Not bookable

SVI workbook tutorials on the spreadsheet package Microsoft Excel 2003. Files for the exercises are provided on CDs.

Excel 2004: 4 volumes (Mac) (CD-ROMs) Self-taught Not bookable

A set of 2-hour tutorials on CD-ROMs on Excel 2004 for the Macintosh; Hands-on exercises are not provided with this courseware.

Excel 2007 for Beginners (work pack) Self-taught Not bookable

This tutorial uses a workbook and exercises provided on a disk to introduce Microsoft Excel 2007 for Windows. The course gives an introduction to spreadsheets, databases and charting.

Excel 2007: Level 1 (Win) (workbooks) Self-taught Not bookable

The skills and knowledge covered in this book are sufficient for real-world applications such as budgeting, analysing sales, producing reports, creating charts and graphs and managing small lists. This book is primarily designed for people who need to know how to use Microsoft Excel 2007 is designed for people new to the Excel environment. It is ideal for people who work in offices, clubs or charities where there is a requirement to produce reports, budgets and lists, using formulae for automated calculations and the like.

Watsonia workbook tutorials. Files for the exercises are provided on CDs.

Excel 2007: Level 2 (Win) (workbooks) Self-taught Not bookable

This course shows you how to work more efficiently with workbooks and worksheets, enhance the appearance of data and worksheets, perform analysis using functions, and to use the sorting and filtering features to manage and analyse data. This course is intended for current Microsoft Excel 2007 users who wish to extend their knowledge and skills beyond building simple workbooks.

Watsonia workbook tutorials. Files for the exercises are provided on CDs.

Excel 2007: Level 3 (Win) (workbooks) Self-taught Not bookable

This course covers aspects of Microsoft Excel beyond building basic workbooks and deals with automation and productivity features. It includes areas such as conditional formatting, validation and consolidation methods, data analysis tools, such as data tables, summarising, goal seeking and PivotTables, and ways of annotating worksheets to help when sharing information with others. This course is intended for current Microsoft Excel users who wish to extend their knowledge and skills beyond building and formatting simple workbooks.

Watsonia workbook tutorials. Files for the exercises are provided on CDs.

A set of 8 tutorials on FileMaker 7.0 from Studio eWorks for both Macintosh & PC. It is not necessary to have FileMaker installed.

Flash MX for Web Designers (Mac/Win) Self-taught Not bookable

Macromedia Flash MX is a tool for creating animated and interactive web content that is optimised for delivery. This VTC Training CD can be used under Windows or on the Macintosh.

Football Fitness new Fri 20 Sep 2024   09:15   [More dates...] [Places]


Would you like to play like Beckham, then this is the course for you!

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Fri 11 Oct 2024 09:15 [Places]

The Computing Services Department of the University of Liverpool now offer their popular Fortran 90 and High Performance Fortran Courses in a new interactive Web-based HTML format. Both courses have a similar structure. A topic can be selected from the contents page which will display an overview of the selected subject. The user can then either follow a hypertext link to a more detailed explanation or, choose to attempt a programming exercise instead. After the user has finished the exercise, a solution may be viewed. In many cases the user can retrieve a solution template to help get started. Use of these courses for commercial purposes may be available upon request. The traditional paper-based versions of these courses have been used by many UK academic and research institutions and have received good reports - any feedback on the interactive HTML-based versions is strongly welcomed. The paper-based version are still available.

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Garageband: Mastering Garageband (DVD) Self-taught Not bookable

This is a Mac Pro Video tutorial on DVD on GarageBand which comes free with every Mac computer and is used for music production. The tutorial can be used on Macs (although advertised as being usable under Windows, we have had no success in doing so).

Gitlab new Self-taught Bookable

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Google Analytics Introduction new Self-taught Not bookable

How to get started and get useful information from Google Analytics.

How to mug a chocolate mug cake in 5 minutes

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iDVD: Mastering iDVD (DVD) Self-taught Not bookable

This is a Mac Pro Video tutorial on DVD which can be used on Macs (although advertised as being usable under Windows, we have had no success in doing so). It covers iDVD, a tool for creating interactive DVDs.

Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard illustration program for print, multimedia and online graphics. Adobe Illustrator 10 Classroom in a Book is part of the official training series for Adobe graphics and publishing software. The course is suitable for both new and more experienced users of Illustrator.

iMovie: Mastering iMovie (DVD) Self-taught Not bookable

This is a Mac Pro Video tutorial on iMovie, Apple's video editing software. The DVD can be used on Macs (although advertised as being usable under Windows, we have had no success in doing so). As well as the basics it covers advanced topics such as streaming video into iMovie in realtime, outputing video podcasts with embedded URLs, and round-tripping between iMovie and GarageBand to improve sound.

Adobe InDesign is a popular page-layout i.e. desktop publishing package. This Classroom in a Book is published by Adobe and provides self-paced training suitable for both new and more experienced users of InDesign. It is structured as a series of step-by-step lessons. Files for the lessons are provided on a CD.

Introduction to UFS Self-taught Bookable

This short on-line course is for anyone who will be using the Cambridge University Financial System (CUFS) for the first time. Completion is a pre-requisite for delegates attending subsequent courses that specialise in certain parts of the system.

The on-line course is a mixture of reading, interactive demonstrations, mini tasks and a final task to consolidate and confirm your understanding.

During the on-line course you will:

  • Be given an overview of the whole financial system
  • Gain confidence in manoeuvring around the screens within certain parts of the system
  • Discover helpful features and short cuts within the screens
  • Develop a basic appreciation of the University's account code structure
  • Become aware of the possible sources of further help

It is essential that the course is completed at least one week prior to the next finance course you wish to attend.

Intro to Bachata Fri 20 Sep 2024   09:30 [Places]


Bachata follows a basic pattern. If you can count to four you can bachata! Come and join the fun.

Intro to Research new Thu 4 Jul 2024   14:00 [Places]

How to research like a pro!

Intro to Salsa Thu 20 Jun 2024   09:30   [More dates...] [Places]


Learn the basic moves to get you up and running on the dance floor.

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Thu 4 Jul 2024 14:00 [Places]

This introduction to programming Java applets includes tutorials on objects, classes, threads and events, and how to integrate Java applets into a Web site; some knowledge of programming is recommended. Unlike the Java Tutorial CD, it coves version JDK 1.1 (and is also a very different style).

This intermediate-level tutorial is a suitable follow-on from the Introduction to Programming Java Applets CD.

Javascript Fundamentals (CD) Self-taught Not bookable

This VTC Training CD (approx. 4 hours) can be used under Windows or on the Macintosh. JavaScript can be thought of as an extension to HTML; it provides facilities for pop-up windows, manipulating images, inserting digital clocks and counters etc.

Java Tutorial (Win) (CD-ROM) Self-taught Not bookable

This tutorial explains Java programming using animated demos to illustrate concepts such as threads, controls and advanced API elements. Exercises are provided to test understanding of the material. Also included are a Java compiler, debugger and applet viewer, hints and tips on design, working lessons from the C and C++ tutorials, and a reference section of Java syntax and API structures. The book referred to is provided on the CD (Java eadme.txt, Javachaptersintroduction.txt etc).

This 'crash course' will teach you the layout of the keyboard in about one hour. It is suitable for those just learning to start to type who want a 'quick start' approach.

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