Applying Excel: Functions and Filters

General Information

Delivery Format: Live Online 
Duration: 1.5 hours
Platform: MS Teams

Course Overview

In this course we use the Wordle online game from the New York Times as our conduit for learning. We explore functions, absolute cell referencing, sorting and filters to help us narrow down our guesses. This functionality can help you to be more effective in your Wordle game as well as your other Excel applications.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Use basic Excel functions to analyze and manipulate data.
• Apply absolute cell referencing to maintain consistent formulas across cells.
• Sort and filter data sets to narrow down possibilities and support logical decision-making.
• Transfer these Excel skills to both game-based scenarios like Wordle and practical, real-world spreadsheet tasks.

Target Audience

Students should have a basic understanding of data entry and simple formulas.

Required

• A laptop or desktop with a mouse or mousepad (feedback from students is that a smartphone or tablet-type device is not a good fit for this course)

• A microphone (video is not required)

Cost and Payment

Course Fee: $50 (plus GST/HST for Canadian organizations or individuals)

How to Pay: PayPal (account or credit card), Interac e-Transfer.  (Cash and Cheques not accepted).
An invoice and payment instructions will follow by email after booking.

Registration & Cancellation Policy

• Your seat is only confirmed once full payment is received.

• Full refund available if cancellation is made at least 48 hours before course start.

• 50% refund if cancelled within 48 hours of start.

• Full refund if course is cancelled by CompuStep.

Instructor

Name: Andrea Grebenc
Bio: With over 20 years of experience in instructional design and facilitation, Andrea Grebenc has developed and delivered software application training for organizations such as Toyota Canada, McMaster University, and government ministries. She is skilled at breaking down complex tools like MS Office, Google Apps, and WordPress into clear, hands-on learning experiences tailored to diverse audiences.

Customized Group Training Available

Any of our online courses can be delivered in person for group training—either at your location or a nearby conference facility. To explore options tailored to your team’s needs, book a free consultation by video or phone.