Workplace Computer Skills

Skill Goal:

Build a strong foundation in computer usage and essential digital skills required for everyday workplace tasks.

Skills Developed:

• Understand how computers and operating systems support daily work

• Navigate desktop environments and basic system features

• Organize files and folders efficiently

• Use common workplace applications safely

• Apply basic digital safety and best practices

Sprint Outcome:

Ability to confidently operate a computer, manage files, and perform basic workplace tasks efficiently.

Skill Goal:

Create, format, and manage professional business documents using Microsoft Word.

Skills Developed:

• Navigate the Microsoft Word interface and workspace

• Create, save, and manage documents

• Format text, paragraphs, bullets, and numbering

• Insert tables, images, and hyperlinks

• Add headers, footers, and page numbers

• Use Find & Replace and Table of Contents

Sprint Outcome:

Ability to create clean, well-structured, and professional documents for workplace use.

Skill Goal:

Develop the ability to create, organize, and analyze data using Excel spreadsheets.

Skills Developed:

• Create and organize spreadsheets

• Format cells and structure data effectively

• Apply formulas and basic functions

• Use conditional formatting

• Perform data lookup using VLOOKUP

• Create charts and use PivotTables for analysis

Sprint Outcome:

Ability to manage and analyze workplace data using Excel for better decision-making

Skill Goal:

Design clear and engaging presentations for meetings and business communication.

Skills Developed:

• Create and structure presentations

• Apply design and layout principles

• Use themes, layouts, and SmartArt

• Insert tables and visual elements

• Add animations and slide transitions

• Build a professional presentation

Sprint Outcome:

Ability to deliver visually effective and professional presentations in workplace settings.

Skill Goal:

Develop professional email communication and calendar management skills.

Skills Developed:

• Apply professional email etiquette

• Write clear and effective business emails

• Manage inbox and organize folders

• Create and manage email signatures

• Schedule meetings and manage calendars

Sprint Outcome:

Ability to communicate professionally and manage workplace communication efficiently

Skill Goal:

Use online meeting and collaboration tools effectively in a modern workplace.

Skills Developed:

• Use web conferencing tools for virtual collaboration

• Schedule and join meetings confidently

• Use audio, video, chat, and screen sharing features

• Apply best practices for virtual communication

• Collaborate effectively in remote environments

Sprint Outcome:

Ability to participate and collaborate effectively in virtual meetings and remote work environments.

Project Goal:

Apply workplace computer skills to complete real-world office tasks using Microsoft Office tools and digital collaboration platforms.

Skills Demonstrated:

• Perform common workplace computer tasks confidently

• Organize and manage files and folders efficiently

• Create a professional document using Microsoft Word

• Build and analyze a spreadsheet using Microsoft Excel

• Design and present a professional PowerPoint presentation

• Write and manage professional emails using Outlook

• Schedule and participate in an online meeting

• Apply workplace productivity best practices

• Demonstrate professional communication and digital etiquette