George Madgett
Computing
HNC Computing
“By sharing my experience I hope I can inspire anyone with autism.”
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Why take this course?
Microsoft Powerpoint open learning units have been specifically designed to provide the knowledge and techniques needed for the successful creation and manipulation of a Powerpoint presentation. The guide will help you get the most out of the software and enable you to develop a presentation that is both functional and professional.
What you will experience
This course covers the following topics:
- Creating presentations
- Using help
- Working in different views
- Saving presentations
- Adding slides
- Formatting and adding text
- Formatting Slides
- Creating organisational charts
- Creating tables and graphs
- Printing
- Inserting clip art
- Applying Animation
At the end of the course you will test your knowledge via an end of course test.
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
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“This vocational route has allowed me to get a good balance between work and my social life, and have healthy finances!”
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Business & Management
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“College really helped me bridge the gap between being in relatively small classes at school and being in huge lectures at university.”
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David Gordon
Computing
HND Computing: Software Development
“College was great. I really enjoyed meeting new people interested in the same subject as me. The course really gave you free rein to explore your interest in different directions so you can get a feel for what you like.”
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Business & Management
HND Legal Services
“The lecturers on the course were just brilliant and had so much valuable knowledge and experience to pass on.”
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Natasha Reilly
Computing
HND Computing: Software Development
“Just because you are a girl, it will not stop you from succeeding or being accepted in computing. The college is very inclusive and really encourages girls and everyone to pursue a career in computing as long as they have a genuine interest in it.”
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Lana Laing
Business & Management
Accounting
“The College’s links with Johnston Carmichael allowed me to see accounts in practice. When I got offered a job after college, I was delighted that changing my career path had worked out.”
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Applications
Please Note: Distance learning courses have flexible start dates and applications will be considered at all points of the year.
For non-Scottish residents – the College will confirm fees payable for your chosen course on booking and these may differ from the advertised fee
Please note that this service will only accept credit or debit card payment for the full course fee.
If you are eligible for Remission of Fees then you must complete this booking form and supply the relevant fee waiver documents to one of our Campuses or Centres. Some courses are not eligible for fee waiver applications. For further information please contact our Student Advice Centre.
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Starts 31 Aug 2020
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Duration 32 Hours over 6 Months
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Course Code YBNTP-O201A
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Fees £46
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Qualification Portion Coll Cert
Completed forms should be signed and returned to us at the following freepost address:
The Student Information & Admissions Manager
North East Scotland College
FREEPOST RTJJ-TXBA-AEZS
Aberdeen City Campus
Gallowgate
Aberdeen
Scotland
UK AB25 1BN
Distance Learning Application Form
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