All computer training is not the same
Whether seeking help for yourself in the home or for your employees in a small business setting, selecting the right computer training firm is critical to satisfying your needs. At Millikan Computer Training, Jim Millikan personally handles all training assignments. As a personal computer user for over twenty-five years, Jim offers a greatly skilled approach to end-user instruction. Coupling a degree in Education with his experience in computing, Jim brings of wealth of knowledge, experience, patience and plain talking to your training experience.
Since 1997, Jim has focused his training efforts on helping individuals and company employees maximize their understanding of computer programs. From Microsoft Office to Novell to proprietary programs, Jim has developed unique instructional techniques to enhance the skills and knowledge of all computer users.
For businesses especially, the right computer training firm is essential to meeting your employees’ learning needs and providing immediate ROI for your company! The most common problem among computer users (both at home and in the office) is the fear that they will “do something wrong” or “break the computer”. Eliminating this fear invariably results in an increase in productivity and efficiency!
Our goal at Millikan Computer Training always has been, and always will be, a well trained, more efficient, more productive user of the personal computer, at home or at work.
Class Offerings
Introduction to the Personal Computer
Intermediate Windows
Beginning Outlook
Intermediate Outlook
Beginning Word
Intermediate Word
Beginning Excel
Intermediate Excel
Beginning PowerPoint
Services for the Small Business
Standard Classes
Tailored Classes
Customized Programs
Introduction to the Personal Computer
Class Length: approximately 3 hours
This course introduces students to the world of the personal computer and Microsoft Windows. Topics covered include the Windows desktop, basic components of the window, navigating in the Windows environment, file management in the Windows environment and more. The class also covers the icons, toolbars and other features of the environment of Windows based programs such as Word and Excel.
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Intermediate Windows
Class Length: approximately 3 hours
This course begins with a review, as necessary, of Windows basics and then moves into a more in-depth discussion of navigating in the Windows environment and file management in the Windows environment. This class emphasizes using Windows to effectively organize your folders and files. The course also covers many tricks and tips that make working in the world of Windows far more efficient.
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Beginning Outlook
Class Length: approximately 3 hours
This course introduces students to the world of Outlook, a powerful personal information manager. Topics covered include navigating in Outlook, sending and receiving email, using the calendar, creating electronic business cards and more.
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Intermediate Outlook
Class Length: approximately 3 to 4 hours
This class reviews material, as necessary, from the beginning course. From there we cover such functions as setting up additional folders for storing mail, how to move mail from one folder to another, how to combine the resources of Outlook and Word, establishing personal file cabinets and address lists and much more.
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Beginning Word
Class Length: approximately 4 hours
This course introduces the student to the world of word processing. The student will learn how to create and format documents using the powerful tools of Microsoft Word. Topics include basic navigation in the Word environment, editing techniques, saving and printing documents, setting tabs and margins and much more.
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Intermediate Word
Class Length: approximately 4 hours
This course builds on the student’s existing knowledge of Word. The class starts with a basic review, as necessary, before moving into such features as tables, graphics, WordArt, using templates and forms effectively as well as mail merges. This class focuses on developing a greater understanding of how Word can enhance the students’ daily activities. Real work-place examples, if available, help the students immediately understand how these new skills can be applied to their daily productivity.
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Beginning Excel
Class Length: approximately 4 hours
This course introduces the student to the world of spreadsheets. The student will learn how to create and format spreadsheets using the powerful tools of Microsoft Excel. Topics include basic navigation in the Excel environment, entering data in the spreadsheet, saving and printing documents, using formulas, affecting the presentation and formatting of the spreadsheet and much more.
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Intermediate Excel
Class Length: approximately 4 hours
This course builds on the student’s existing knowledge of such Excel basics as creating, saving and printing spreadsheet before moving on to more in-depth discussions of formulas, spreadsheet formatting and using other tools such as functions, filters and sorts to better present and analyze the material in a spreadsheet. Here again, real work-place examples, if available, help the students immediately understand how these new skills can be applied to their daily productivity.
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Beginning PowerPoint
Class Length: approximately 3 hours
This course introduces the student to the amazing tools offered by PowerPoint to create effective presentations. Whether you want to sell or market a product or service, communicate news or just be more creative in your current work, this class will help you understand how PowerPoint can assist you in achieving your goals. Topics covered include navigating in PowerPoint, using views effectively, using the wizards and design templates and much more.
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Also available:
Using the Internet as a Business Tool
Using Microsoft Publisher
Novell WordPerfect
QuickBooks
FileMaker Pro
And much more
Services for the Small Business
Assessment - We can evaluate the training needs of a complete organization or a single user. The objective is to determine each user’s skill level, then help select the right software and class level to achieve organizational and individual goals. We recommend beginning with this procedure because it saves time and money.
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Standard Classes
We offer a wide selection of classes at different skill levels. Our classes include providing each member with a customized training manual, specifically written in everyday language. It is important that all class members have reference materials that can be easily understood and continuously used for reinforcement of the concepts learned in class.
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Tailored Classes
In some instances, the best, most cost-effective way to meet your organization’s needs is to modify a standard class. This makes training directly relevant to how each program is being used in your workplace.
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Customized Programs
Not all work environments-nor all concerns-lend themselves to standard or tailored classes. For special needs or in-depth focus on a particular topic, the solution is to design a customized instructional program. We can provide customized instruction for any type of software and type of organization.
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Have questions about how MCT can meet your training needs? Phone 847/644-0415
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