Microsoft Excel - Getting Started I

Description

The Microsoft Excel – Getting Started training series is designed to help new and occasional Excel users build confidence and practical skills. Beginning with the fundamentals of navigating worksheets, formatting cells, and using basic formulas, the series gradually progresses into organizing, analyzing, and presenting data. Participants will learn how to work efficiently with functions, filters, charts, and Pivot Tables to transform raw data into clear, useful information. By the end of the series, students will have a strong foundation in Excel that supports everyday productivity and data-driven decision making.

This live online series offers 2 four-hour courses. You can take both courses or just the one that meets your needs. Each separate course is delivered in 2 two-hour sessions. A live instructor explains the detailed functions and addresses questions as the class progresses.

Recording: Registrants for a course will receive access to a recording of each session for 7 consecutive days. Access will start the next business day after the session ends.

Microsoft Excel - Getting Started I
4 hour course
December 14, & 15 | 1:00 – 3:00 ET | 10:00 - 12:00 PT | 8:00 - 10:00 AM HST

Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool, but getting started can feel overwhelming. This introductory course is designed for new or occasional Excel users who want to build confidence with the basics. You’ll learn how to navigate worksheets, format and organize data, and perform simple calculations using functions and formulas, giving you the foundational skills needed to work more efficiently in Excel.

Session 1: Understanding the Basics

• Understanding and Creating Worksheets
• Working with Multiple Worksheets
• Understanding Cells and Columns
• Formatting and Aligning Cells
• Understanding and Editing Data Types
• How to Format, Merge, and Control Cells

Session 2: Fun with Functions and Formulas

• Controlling Worksheet Views
• Using Automatic Fill Features
• Understanding Formulas and the Formula Bar
• Using Common Functions and Formulas
• Using Formulas across Worksheets

Microsoft Excel - Getting Started II
4 hour course
December 16, & 17 | 1:00 – 3:00 ET | 10:00 - 12:00 PT | 8:00 - 10:00 AM HST

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The Instructor:

Natalia Perez has over a decade of experience in the commercial and residential construction industry. She has led projects valued at over $10 million and supported projects exceeding $50 million across multiple regions of the United States. Throughout her career, she has held roles as a Project Engineer, Assistant Superintendent, Assistant Project Manager, and Project Manager, gaining well-rounded experience in both field and management operations. She is proficient in a variety of construction technology tools that support accurate communication and reporting, helping ensure teams stay informed and projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Mrs. Perez joined ZenTek Consultants as a Technology Specialist in early 2026. She is proficient in construction technology platforms including Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft tools, Revit, Fieldwire, and Primavera P6.