Eee - Ge3361 Professional Development Lab Manual
Eee - Ge3361 Professional Development Lab Manual
COLLEGE
GE3361 PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY
Regulation : 2021
Branch : B.E. – EEE
Year : II - YEAR
Semester : III - Semester
LATHA MATHAVAN ENGINEERING COLLEGE
KIDARIPATTI, ALAGARKOIL, MELUR TALUK
MADURAI - 625 301
Certified that this is bonafide record of work done by the above student of the GE3361-
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY during the year 2023 - 2024 (Even
Semester)
LIST OF EXPERIMENTS:
1. MS WORD: PAGE NO.
1.1. Create and format a document
1.2. Working with tables
1.3. Working with Bullets and Lists
1.4. Working with styles, shapes, smart art, charts
1.5. Inserting objects, charts and importing objects from other office tools
1.6. Creating and Using document templates
1.7. Inserting equations, symbols and special characters
1.8. Working with Table of contents and References, citations
1.9. Insert and review comments
1.10. Create bookmarks, hyperlinks, endnotes footnote
1.11. Viewing document in different modes
1.12. Working with document protection and security
1.13. Inspect document for accessibility
2. MS EXCEL:
2.1. Create worksheets, insert and format data
2.2. Work with different types of data: text, currency, date, numeric etc.
2.3. Split, validate, consolidate, Convert data
2.4. Sort and filter data
2.5. Perform calculations and use functions: (Statistical, Logical, Mathematical,
date, Time etc.,)
2.6. Work with Lookup and reference formulae
2.7. Create and Work with different types of charts
2.8. Use pivot tables to summarize and analyse data
2.9. Perform data analysis using own formulae and functions
2.10. Combine data from multiple worksheets using own formulae and built-in
functions to generate results
2.11. Export data and sheets to other file formats
2.12. Working with macros
2.13. Protecting data and Securing the workbook
3. MS POWERPOINT:
3.1. Select slide templates, layout and themes
3.2. Formatting slide content and using bullets and numbering
3.3. Insert and format images, smart art, tables, charts
3.4. Using Slide master, notes and handout master
3.5. Working with animation and transitions
3.6. Organize and Group slides
3.7. Import or create and use media objects: audio, video, animation
3.8. Perform slideshow recording and Record narration and create presentable
videos
GE3361 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
1. MS WORD:
Aim:
To learn the basics of creating and formatting a document using Microsoft Word.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
- Printer (optional)
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Explain the importance of document formatting.
- Discuss the relevance of Microsoft Word in various settings such as education, business, and personal
use.
3. Text Formatting:
- Select text and experiment with font styles, sizes, and colors.
- Demonstrate how to make text bold, italic, or underlined.
- Explain the use of text highlighting and font effects.
4. Paragraph Formatting:
- Experiment with alignment (left, center, right, justify).
- Adjust line spacing and indentation.
- Show how to create bulleted or numbered lists.
5. Page Formatting:
- Adjust margins (narrow, normal, wide).
- Change page orientation (portrait, landscape).
- Explore page size options (letter, legal, A4).
6. Inserting Objects:
- Insert images, shapes, or tables.
- Resize and move objects as needed.
- Discuss the importance of visuals in document design.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.2. Working with Tables in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To understand the basics of creating and formatting tables in Microsoft Word for organizing and presenting
data effectively.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
- Printer (optional)
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the importance of tables in organizing data and improving readability in documents.
3. Entering Data:
- Type sample data into the table cells.
- Discuss the importance of clear labeling and consistent formatting within the table.
8. Formulas in Tables:
- Introduce basic formulas for calculating totals or averages within the table.
- Show how to use the "Formula" option to insert formulas automatically.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about working with tables.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.3. Working with Bullets and Lists in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To familiarize participants with creating and formatting bulleted and numbered lists in Microsoft Word for
organizing information and enhancing document readability.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
- Printer (optional)
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the importance of using bulleted and numbered lists for presenting information clearly and
concisely.
6. Multilevel Lists:
- Demonstrate how to create multilevel lists with both bulleted and numbered items.
- Show how to increase or decrease the indent level to create sub-items.
7. Formatting Lists:
- Discuss formatting options such as font style, size, and color for list items.
- Explain how to adjust line spacing and indentation for improved readability.
8. Converting Text to Lists:
- Show how to convert existing paragraphs into bulleted or numbered lists.
- Discuss considerations for when to use lists versus paragraphs for organizing information.
11. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about working with bulleted and numbered lists.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.4. Working with Styles, Shapes, SmartArt, and Charts in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To explore and understand the use of styles for consistent formatting, incorporating shapes for visual
elements, creating SmartArt for graphical representations, and inserting charts for data visualization in
Microsoft Word.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
- Printer (optional)
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the importance of consistent formatting, visual elements, and data representation in documents.
2. Applying Styles:
- Introduce the "Styles" gallery in the "Home" tab.
- Demonstrate how to apply different styles to text (Heading 1, Heading 2, etc.).
- Discuss the advantages of using styles for consistent document formatting.
3. Creating Shapes:
- Click on the "Insert" tab.
- Select "Shapes" and choose a shape to insert into the document.
- Discuss how to resize, move, and format shapes using the "Format" tab.
4. Using SmartArt:
- Click on the "Insert" tab.
- Select "SmartArt" and choose a graphic to represent information (e.g., process, cycle, hierarchy).
- Enter text and customize SmartArt using the "SmartArt Tools" tab.
5. Inserting Charts:
- Click on the "Insert" tab.
- Select "Chart" and choose the type of chart (bar, line, pie, etc.).
- Enter data in the Excel spreadsheet that appears and observe how it updates the chart.
6. Formatting Charts:
- Discuss formatting options for charts, including color schemes, legends, and labels.
- Demonstrate how to modify chart elements for better visualization.
10. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about styles, shapes, SmartArt, and charts.
- Emphasize the importance of visual elements in enhancing document presentation.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.5. Inserting Objects, Charts, and Importing Objects from Other Office Tools in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To learn how to insert various objects into a Word document, including charts, and to understand the process
of importing objects from other Microsoft Office tools for seamless integration.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
- Microsoft Excel (for importing data)
- Other Microsoft Office tools if available (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel)
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the relevance of inserting objects and charts for creating dynamic and informative documents.
2. Inserting Pictures:
- Click on the "Insert" tab.
- Select "Pictures" and choose an image to insert into the document.
- Demonstrate resizing and positioning the image.
4. Inserting Shapes:
- Click on the "Insert" tab.
- Select "Shapes" and choose a shape to insert.
- Customize the shape's color, size, and position.
11. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about inserting objects, charts, and importing objects from other Office
tools.
- Emphasize the seamless integration capabilities across Microsoft Office applications.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.6. Creating and Using Document Templates, Inserting Equations, Symbols, and Special
Characters in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To understand the concept of document templates, and to learn how to insert mathematical equations,
symbols, and special characters for enhanced document functionality.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Introduce the concept of document templates and their role in standardizing document formats.
4. Inserting Equations:
- Click on the "Insert" tab.
- Select "Equation" and choose a mathematical expression from the gallery.
- Alternatively, use the "Alt" + "=" shortcut to insert an equation.
5. Editing Equations:
- Demonstrate how to edit equations using the equation tools.
- Explain the importance of proper equation formatting for clarity.
6. Inserting Symbols:
- Click on the "Insert" tab.
- Select "Symbol" and choose a symbol from the dropdown menu.
- Show how to insert special characters, accents, and mathematical symbols.
13. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about document templates, equations, symbols, and special characters.
- Highlight the importance of templates for consistent formatting.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.7. Working with Table of Contents and References, Citations, and Inserting and Reviewing
Comments in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To explore the features of creating a Table of Contents, managing references and citations, and using
comments for collaborative editing in Microsoft Word.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the importance of Table of Contents, references, citations, and comments in academic and
collaborative writing.
4. Inserting Citations:
- Click where you want to insert a citation.
- Go to the "References" tab and select "Insert Citation."
- Choose a source from the bibliography or add a new source.
5. Managing References:
- Open the "Manage Sources" dialog.
- Add, edit, or delete sources in the source manager.
6. Creating a Bibliography:
- Click where you want to insert the bibliography.
- Go to the "References" tab and select "Bibliography."
- Choose a style for the bibliography.
7. Inserting Footnotes/Endnotes:
- Click where you want to insert a footnote or endnote.
- Go to the "References" tab and select "Insert Footnote" or "Insert Endnote."
8. Navigating Footnotes/Endnotes:
- Discuss how to navigate between footnotes and endnotes.
- Show how to modify footnote/endnote formatting.
9. Inserting Comments:
- Select the text where you want to insert a comment.
- Go to the "Review" tab and select "New Comment."
- Enter the comment text.
13. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about Table of Contents, references, citations, and comments.
- Emphasize the importance of proper citation and collaborative editing tools.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.8. Creating Bookmarks, Hyperlinks, Endnotes, and Footnotes in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To understand and practice creating bookmarks for document navigation, inserting hyperlinks for easy access
to external content, and incorporating endnotes and footnotes for proper citation and additional information.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the importance of bookmarks, hyperlinks, endnotes, and footnotes for document organization and
citation.
2. Creating Bookmarks:
- Select the text or location where you want to create a bookmark.
- Go to the "Insert" tab and click on "Bookmark."
- Provide a name for the bookmark and click "Add."
4. Inserting Hyperlinks:
- Select the text or object you want to turn into a hyperlink.
- Go to the "Insert" tab and click on "Link."
- Choose "Existing File or Web Page" for external links or use "Place in This Document" for internal links.
5. Formatting Hyperlinks:
- Demonstrate how to format the appearance of hyperlinks.
- Discuss best practices for hyperlink text and color.
6. Creating Endnotes:
- Place the cursor where you want to insert an endnote.
- Go to the "References" tab and click on "Insert Endnote."
- Enter the endnote text.
7. Navigating Endnotes:
- Discuss how to navigate between endnotes in the document.
- Show how to modify endnote formatting.
8. Creating Footnotes:
- Place the cursor where you want to insert a footnote.
- Go to the "References" tab and click on "Insert Footnote."
- Enter the footnote text.
9. Navigating Footnotes:
- Discuss how to navigate between footnotes in the document.
- Show how to modify footnote formatting.
10. Hyperlinking to Endnotes/Footnotes:
- Create hyperlinks from the main text to corresponding endnotes or footnotes.
- Discuss the benefits of hyperlinking for efficient navigation.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about bookmarks, hyperlinks, endnotes, and footnotes.
- Emphasize the importance of proper citation and document navigation.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Save work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Provide assistance if participants encounter difficulties.
- Remind participants to follow proper ergonomic practices while using computers.
1.9. Working with Document Protection and Security in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To understand the features of document protection and security in Microsoft Word and learn how to apply
them to safeguard sensitive information and control access to documents.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the importance of document protection and security in maintaining confidentiality and integrity
of information.
3. Restricting Editing:
- Click on "Review" > "Restrict Editing."
- Choose options to restrict formatting and editing changes.
- Set a password to enforce restrictions if desired.
4. Marking as Final:
- Click on "File" > "Info."
- Select "Mark as Final" to make the document read-only and discourage editing.
6. Adding Watermarks:
- Go to the "Design" tab.
- Click on "Watermark" and choose a predefined watermark or create a custom one.
- Discuss how watermarks can deter unauthorized copying or distribution.
11. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about document protection and security.
- Emphasize the importance of safeguarding sensitive information.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Ensure participants are aware of the importance of choosing strong passwords.
- Remind participants to store passwords securely and not to share them with unauthorized individuals.
- Caution against accidental encryption or restriction of documents without proper backup procedures in
place.
1.10. Inspecting a Document for Accessibility in Microsoft Word
Aim:
To learn how to use the accessibility checker in Microsoft Word to identify and address potential accessibility
issues in a document, ensuring it is usable by individuals with disabilities.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Word installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Discuss the importance of creating accessible documents for a diverse audience.
4. Heading Structure:
- Review the document's heading structure.
- Ensure that headings are used hierarchically (Heading 1, Heading 2, etc.) for proper document structure.
5. Descriptive Links:
- Check links in the document.
- Ensure that links have descriptive text instead of generic phrases like "click here."
6. Accessible Tables:
- Inspect tables in the document.
- Verify that tables have proper headers and captions for screen reader compatibility.
7. Color Contrast:
- Review the document's color contrast.
- Ensure that text has sufficient contrast with the background for readability.
9. Handling Lists:
- Inspect lists in the document.
- Ensure that lists are properly formatted using numbered or bulleted lists.
10. Run the Accessibility Checker:
- Go to the "Review" tab.
- Click on "Check Accessibility" in the "Accessibility" group.
- Review and address the issues identified by the accessibility checker.
14. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about inspecting a document for accessibility.
- Emphasize the importance of creating documents that are inclusive and accessible.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to follow accessibility best practices for an inclusive and user-friendly document.
- Encourage awareness and understanding of diverse needs when creating accessible content.
2. MS EXCEL:
Aim:
To learn the basics of creating worksheets, inserting data, and formatting data in Microsoft Excel for effective
data management and presentation.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of Excel in organizing and analyzing data.
3. Naming Worksheets:
- Double-click on the worksheet tab to rename it.
- Provide a descriptive name for the worksheet.
4. Inserting Data:
- Select a cell where you want to insert data.
- Type the data into the cell.
- Continue inserting data into adjacent cells.
6. Formatting Data:
- Select the cells or range of cells to format.
- Use the formatting options in the Home tab to apply formatting such as font style, size, color, and
alignment.
7. Formatting Numbers:
- Select the cells containing numeric data.
- Use the Number Format dropdown in the Home tab to format numbers as currency, percentage, date, etc.
8. Formatting Cells:
- Explore additional cell formatting options such as borders, fill color, and cell protection.
- Discuss the importance of consistent and clear formatting for data presentation.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about creating worksheets, inserting and formatting data in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of data organization and clear presentation.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Caution against accidental deletion of important data and encourage careful review before performing
deletion operations.
2.2. Working with Different Types of Data in Microsoft Excel: Text, Currency, Date, Numeric, etc.
Aim:
To understand and practice handling various types of data, including text, currency, date, numeric, etc., in
Microsoft Excel for effective data manipulation and analysis.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of understanding different data types for accurate data analysis and presentation.
14. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about working with different types of data in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of understanding and properly handling data types for accurate analysis.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Caution against accidental deletion of important data and encourage careful review before performing
deletion operations.
2.3. Managing Data in Microsoft Excel: Splitting, Validating, Consolidating, and Converting Data
Aim:
To learn various techniques for managing and manipulating data in Microsoft Excel, including splitting data
into different columns, validating data entries, consolidating data from multiple sources, and converting data
formats.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of data management and manipulation skills for effective data analysis.
11. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about managing data in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of data validation, consolidation, and conversion for accurate analysis.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
- Caution against accidental deletion of important data and encourage careful review before performing
deletion operations.
2.4. Sorting and Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to effectively sort and filter data in Microsoft Excel for better organization and analysis.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of sorting and filtering data for data analysis and presentation.
2. Sorting Data:
- Select the range of cells containing the data to be sorted.
- Go to the "Data" tab and click on "Sort."
- Choose the column to sort by and select the desired sorting order (ascending or descending).
5. Filtering Data:
- Select the range of cells containing the data to be filtered.
- Go to the "Data" tab and click on "Filter."
- Use the filter dropdowns in the column headers to filter data based on specific criteria.
8. Clearing Filters:
- Click on the filter dropdown in the column header.
- Select "Clear Filter" to remove the filter for that column.
- Use "Clear" to remove all filters applied to the dataset.
9. Advanced Filter Options:
- Explore advanced filter options such as filter by color, filter by condition, or filter by selection.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about sorting and filtering data in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of organizing data for effective analysis.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.5. Performing Calculations and Using Functions in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to perform calculations and utilize various functions, including statistical, logical,
mathematical, date, and time functions, in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and manipulation.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of performing calculations and using functions for data analysis and manipulation.
4. Statistical Functions:
- Explore statistical functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, COUNT, etc., for analyzing
numerical data.
5. Logical Functions:
- Introduce logical functions such as IF, AND, OR, NOT for making logical comparisons and decisions.
6. Mathematical Functions:
- Explore mathematical functions such as SQRT, POWER, ABS, ROUND, etc., for performing
mathematical operations.
8. Text Functions:
- Explore text functions such as CONCATENATE, LEFT, RIGHT, MID, LEN, FIND, REPLACE, etc., for
manipulating text data.
9. Using Function Arguments:
- Demonstrate how to enter function arguments and specify range references or values for function inputs.
14. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about performing calculations and using functions in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of functions for data analysis and manipulation.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.6. Working with Lookup and Reference Formulas in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To understand and practice using lookup and reference formulas in Microsoft Excel for retrieving and
analyzing data from different parts of a worksheet or workbook.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of lookup and reference formulas for extracting and analyzing data efficiently.
3. VLOOKUP Function:
- Explain the VLOOKUP function for vertical lookup.
- Demonstrate how to use VLOOKUP to search for a value in the leftmost column of a table and return a
corresponding value from a specified column.
4. HLOOKUP Function:
- Introduce the HLOOKUP function for horizontal lookup.
- Demonstrate how to use HLOOKUP to search for a value in the top row of a table and return a
corresponding value from a specified row.
6. LOOKUP Function:
- Explain the LOOKUP function for approximate or exact matching lookup.
- Demonstrate how to use LOOKUP to search for a value in a range and return a corresponding value from
the same position in another range.
7. Reference Formulas:
- Introduce reference formulas for referencing data from different parts of a worksheet or workbook.
8. INDIRECT Function:
- Explain the INDIRECT function for returning a reference specified by a text string.
- Demonstrate how to use INDIRECT to dynamically reference cells based on other cell values.
9. ADDRESS Function:
- Introduce the ADDRESS function for returning a cell address as a text string.
- Show how to use ADDRESS to generate cell references dynamically.
13. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about lookup and reference formulas in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of these formulas for data analysis and reporting.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.7. Creating and Working with Different Types of Charts in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to create various types of charts in Microsoft Excel and effectively work with them for data
visualization and analysis.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of data visualization through charts for better understanding and analysis.
2. Creating a Chart:
- Select the data range you want to include in the chart.
- Go to the "Insert" tab and choose the desired chart type from the Charts group (e.g., Column, Bar, Line,
Pie).
7. Formatting Charts:
- Explore formatting options such as colors, styles, and effects in the "Format" tab under Chart Tools.
- Demonstrate how to change the color scheme, font, and other visual aspects of the chart.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about creating and working with different types of charts in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of effective data visualization for data analysis and communication.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.8. Using Pivot Tables to Summarize and Analyze Data in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to create pivot tables in Microsoft Excel and utilize them for summarizing and analyzing large
datasets efficiently.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of pivot tables for summarizing and analyzing large datasets.
5. Summarizing Data:
- Use the values area of the pivot table to summarize data using functions such as SUM, AVERAGE,
COUNT, etc.
- Experiment with different summary functions to analyze data in various ways.
6. Grouping Data:
- Group data within the pivot table to organize it into meaningful categories.
- For example, group dates by months or years to analyze trends over time.
7. Filtering Data:
- Use filters to focus on specific subsets of data within the pivot table.
- Filter data by values, labels, or conditions to perform targeted analysis.
8. Sorting Data:
- Sort data within the pivot table to arrange it in ascending or descending order based on specific criteria.
- Sort data by values, labels, or other custom criteria to gain insights from the data.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about using pivot tables to summarize and analyze data in Excel.
- Emphasize the importance of pivot tables for efficient data analysis and decision-making.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.9. Performing Data Analysis Using Custom Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to perform data analysis using custom formulas and functions created by users in Microsoft
Excel.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of custom formulas and functions for tailoring data analysis to specific
requirements.
13. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about performing data analysis using custom formulas and functions in
Excel.
- Highlight the flexibility and power of custom formulas and functions for tailoring data analysis to specific
needs.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.10. Combining Data from Multiple Worksheets in Microsoft Excel Using Custom Formulas and
Built-in Functions
Aim:
To learn how to combine data from multiple worksheets in Microsoft Excel using both custom formulas and
built-in functions to generate comprehensive analysis results.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of combining data from multiple sources for comprehensive analysis and
reporting.
12. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about combining data from multiple worksheets in Excel.
- Highlight the importance of using both built-in functions and custom formulas for data consolidation.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.11. Exporting Data and Sheets to Other File Formats in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to export data and sheets from Microsoft Excel to other file formats for sharing, collaboration,
and further analysis.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of exporting data to other file formats for sharing and collaboration purposes.
3. Exporting to PDF:
- Go to "File" > "Save As."
- Choose the location and provide a filename for the PDF file.
- Select "PDF (*.pdf)" as the file format and click "Save."
- Discuss the advantages of exporting to PDF for sharing documents while preserving formatting.
8. Exporting to PowerPoint:
- Select the data or sheets to export.
- Copy the selected content.
- Open Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Paste the content into a PowerPoint slide.
- Discuss the advantages of exporting to PowerPoint for creating presentations with data visualization.
10. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about exporting data and sheets to other file formats in Excel.
- Highlight the importance of choosing the appropriate file format based on the intended use of the exported
data.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
2.12. Working with Macros in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to create, record, edit, and use macros in Microsoft Excel to automate repetitive tasks and
improve efficiency.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the concept of macros and their importance in automating repetitive tasks.
3. Recording a Macro:
- Click on the "Developer" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "Record Macro" in the "Code" group.
- Provide a name for the macro, choose a shortcut key (optional), and select where to store the macro (e.g.,
This Workbook).
- Click "OK" to start recording the macro.
- Perform the series of actions you want to automate.
- Click on "Stop Recording" in the "Code" group on the "Developer" tab when done.
4. Running a Macro:
- Click on the "Developer" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "Macros" in the "Code" group.
- Select the macro you want to run from the list and click "Run."
- Alternatively, use the shortcut key assigned to the macro (if any) to run it.
5. Editing a Macro:
- Click on the "Developer" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "Macros" in the "Code" group.
- Select the macro you want to edit from the list and click "Edit."
- Make changes to the macro code in the Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) editor.
- Save the changes and close the VBA editor.
6. Assigning a Macro to a Button:
- Insert a button from the "Developer" tab (Insert > Button).
- In the Assign Macro dialog box, select the macro you want to assign to the button and click "OK."
- Click on the button to run the assigned macro.
9. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about working with macros in Excel.
- Highlight the benefits of using macros for automating repetitive tasks and improving efficiency.
- Encourage further practice and exploration.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to be cautious when running macros from unknown or untrusted sources to avoid
potential security risks.
2.13. Protecting Data and Securing the Workbook in Microsoft Excel
Aim:
To learn how to protect sensitive data and secure the workbook in Microsoft Excel to prevent unauthorized
access, modification, or distribution.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft Excel installed
Experimental Procedure:
1. Introduction:
- Open Microsoft Excel.
- Discuss the importance of protecting data and securing workbooks to maintain confidentiality and
integrity.
2. Protecting Worksheets:
- Select the worksheet(s) you want to protect.
- Go to the "Review" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "Protect Sheet" in the "Changes" group.
- Set a password (optional) and specify the actions users are allowed to perform (e.g., select locked cells,
format cells).
- Click "OK" to apply the protection.
10. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about protecting data and securing workbooks in Excel.
- Highlight the importance of maintaining data confidentiality and integrity.
- Encourage adherence to security best practices when working with sensitive information.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to use strong and secure passwords to protect sensitive data.
- Caution participants against sharing passwords or sensitive information with unauthorized individuals.
3. MS POWERPOINT
Aim:
To learn how to choose appropriate slide templates, layouts, and themes in Microsoft PowerPoint to create
visually appealing and cohesive presentations.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
Experimental Procedure:
10. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about selecting slide templates, layouts, and themes in PowerPoint.
- Emphasize the importance of visual coherence and consistency in presentation design.
- Encourage further experimentation and practice with different design elements.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
3.2. Formatting Slide Content and Using Bullets and Numbering in Microsoft PowerPoint
Aim:
To learn how to format slide content effectively and use bullets and numbering to enhance the readability and
organization of presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
Experimental Procedure:
3. Formatting Text:
- Select the text you want to format on a slide.
- Utilize the formatting options in the "Home" tab of the ribbon to change font style, size, color, alignment,
and other text properties.
- Experiment with different formatting combinations to achieve the desired look for your text.
11. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about formatting slide content and using bullets and numbering in
PowerPoint.
- Emphasize the importance of clear and organized presentation content for effective communication.
- Encourage further experimentation and practice with formatting options.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to save their work periodically to prevent data loss.
3.3. Inserting and Formatting Images, SmartArt, Tables, and Charts in Microsoft PowerPoint
Aim:
To learn how to insert and format various visual elements, including images, SmartArt, tables, and charts, to
enhance the clarity and visual appeal of presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
- Images, data for tables, and charts (if necessary)
Experimental Procedure:
3. Inserting Images:
- Go to the slide where you want to insert an image.
- Click on the "Insert" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "Pictures" to insert an image from your computer, or "Online Pictures" to search for images
online.
- Select the image file or search for an image and click "Insert" to add it to the slide.
- Resize and position the image as needed.
4. Formatting Images:
- Select the inserted image.
- Use the formatting options in the "Picture Format" tab to adjust properties such as brightness, contrast,
and transparency.
- Experiment with different picture styles, borders, and effects to enhance the appearance of the image.
5. Inserting SmartArt:
- Go to the slide where you want to insert SmartArt.
- Click on the "Insert" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "SmartArt" to choose from various SmartArt graphic options.
- Select a SmartArt graphic that best suits your content and click "OK" to insert it.
- Enter text into the SmartArt shapes to create a visual representation of your information.
6. Formatting SmartArt:
- With the SmartArt graphic selected, use the options in the "SmartArt Design" and "SmartArt Format" tabs
to customize the colors, styles, and layouts.
- Experiment with different SmartArt styles and layouts to find the most suitable design for your content.
7. Inserting Tables:
- Go to the slide where you want to insert a table.
- Click on the "Insert" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "Table" and choose the desired number of rows and columns.
- Enter data into the table cells to populate it with information.
8. Formatting Tables:
- With the table selected, use the options in the "Table Design" and "Table Format" tabs to format the table's
appearance.
- Customize properties such as borders, colors, and styles to make the table visually appealing and easy to
read.
9. Inserting Charts:
- Go to the slide where you want to insert a chart.
- Click on the "Insert" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on "Chart" to choose from various chart types such as column, pie, line, or bar chart.
- Enter data into the Excel spreadsheet that appears, or use an existing data source.
- Click "OK" to insert the chart onto the slide.
Safety Considerations:
- Remind participants to respect copyright laws when using images obtained from online sources.
3.4. Utilizing Slide Master, Notes Master, and Handout Master in Microsoft PowerPoint
Aim:
To understand and effectively use Slide Master, Notes Master, and Handout Master features in Microsoft
PowerPoint to create consistent, professional-looking presentations, speaker notes, and handouts.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
Experimental Procedure:
9. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about utilizing Slide Master, Notes Master, and Handout Master i n
PowerPoint.
- Emphasize the importance of maintaining consistency and professionalism across slides, speaker notes,
and handouts.
- Encourage further exploration and experimentation with advanced customization options.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- None specific to this experiment.
3.5. Exploring Animation and Transitions in Microsoft PowerPoint
Aim:
To learn how to use animation and transitions effectively in Microsoft PowerPoint to enhance the visual
appeal and engagement of presentations.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
Experimental Procedure:
4. Customizing Transitions:
- With the slide transition selected, adjust its duration and other settings using the options in the
"Transitions" tab.
- Experiment with different transition speeds and styles to find the most suitable effect for the presentation.
11. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about working with animation and transitions in PowerPoint.
- Emphasize the importance of using animation and transitions judiciously to enhance presentations
without overwhelming the audience.
- Encourage further experimentation and practice with different animation effects and transitions.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- None specific to this experiment.
3.6. Organizing and Grouping Slides in Microsoft PowerPoint
Aim:
To learn how to effectively organize and group slides in Microsoft PowerPoint to streamline the presentation
creation process and enhance overall presentation management.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
Experimental Procedure:
3. Rearranging Slides:
- In the Slide Sorter view, drag and drop slides to rearrange them in the desired order.
- Use this feature to organize slides chronologically, by topic, or any other logical sequence.
4. Grouping Slides:
- Select multiple slides that you want to group together.
- Right-click on one of the selected slides.
- Choose "Group" from the context menu, then select "Group" again.
- This action groups the selected slides together, making it easier to manage them as a cohesive unit.
5. Ungrouping Slides:
- To ungroup slides, select the grouped slides.
- Right-click on one of the selected slides.
- Choose "Group" from the context menu, then select "Ungroup."
- This action breaks the grouping, allowing you to manage individual slides again.
8. Renaming Sections:
- Right-click on a section header in the Slide Sorter view.
- Choose "Rename Section" from the context menu.
- Enter a new name for the section.
- This feature helps in organizing and identifying sections more effectively.
10. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about organizing and grouping slides in PowerPoint.
- Emphasize the importance of organizing slides to maintain a clear and logical structure in presentations.
- Encourage further experimentation and practice with slide organization features.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- None specific to this experiment.
3.7. Importing, Creating, and Utilizing Media Objects: Audio, Video, and Animation in Microsoft
PowerPoint
Aim:
To learn how to import, create, and effectively utilize media objects such as audio, video, and animation in
Microsoft PowerPoint to enhance presentations and engage the audience.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
- Audio files, video files, and animation files (if needed)
Experimental Procedure:
10. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about importing, creating, and utilizing media objects in PowerPoint.
- Highlight the potential applications of audio, video, and animation in enhancing presentations and
engaging the audience.
- Encourage further experimentation and practice with different media objects and their combinations.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Ensure that any media files used comply with copyright laws and regulations.
- Use caution when embedding media objects to avoid excessively large file sizes, which may impact
presentation performance.
3.8. Performing Slideshow Recording and Creating Narrated Videos in Microsoft PowerPoint
Aim:
To learn how to record a slideshow and narration in Microsoft PowerPoint and create presentable videos for
sharing or distribution.
Materials:
- Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
- Microphone (for narration recording)
- Presentation slides
Experimental Procedure:
3. Recording Slideshow:
- Go to the "Slide Show" tab in the ribbon.
- Click on the "Record Slide Show" option.
- Choose whether to start recording from the beginning or from the current slide.
- Optionally, select the "Record from Beginning" or "Record from Current Slide" option.
11. Conclusion:
- Summarize key concepts learned about slideshow recording and creating narrated videos in PowerPoint.
- Highlight the potential applications of narrated videos for presentations, tutorials, training materials, and
more.
- Encourage further experimentation and practice with recording and video creation features.
- Provide resources for additional learning (tutorials, online courses, etc.).
Safety Considerations:
- Ensure that the microphone is set up correctly and that the recording environment is free from excessive
noise or distractions.
- Respect copyright laws and regulations when using third-party content in the presentation.