Computer Applications Courses
CWD provides comprehensive computer training designed to help individuals and businesses thrive in today鈥檚 digital workplace. We specialize in Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, CoPilot, and AI courses, giving you the tools to boost productivity, improve collaboration, and make data-driven decisions.
Courses
AI Mindset & Microsoft Copilot 2.0: AI in Action
This course builds on foundational AI literacy and helps participants move from curiosity and confidence to real鈥憌orld capability. Through hands鈥憃n exercises and practical examples, learners will explore how Microsoft Copilot can support productivity, communication, decision鈥憁aking, and everyday workflows. Participants will learn how to design stronger prompts, build AI鈥憄owered workflows, collaborate with voice, elevate their communication, and use AI as a thinking partner for better decisions. By the end of the course, learners will leave with practical skills and a clearer mindset for using AI as a trusted thinking and productivity partner. This course is fast鈥憄aced, hands鈥憃n, and designed for anyone who wants to move beyond experimentation into everyday fluency.
AI Mindset & Microsoft Copilot: From Curiosity to Confidence
This 4-hour session helps professionals move from curiosity to confident application of AI through Microsoft Copilot. Participants will build an 鈥楢I mindset,鈥� explore practical capabilities across Microsoft 365, and learn to integrate Copilot into real-world workflows. The format blends conceptual learning with immediate, hands-on experience that is adaptable for both beginners and more advanced users.
Computer Basics
This course is designed to introduce learners to the fundamental concepts and practical skills needed to use a computer effectively in everyday life and work environments. Participants will learn about the basic components of a computer, including hardware and software, as well as how to operate common operating systems and navigate user interfaces. The course also covers essential tasks such as creating and managing files, using word processing and simple applications, and understanding basic internet functions like browsing, email, and online safety. By the end of the course, learners will gain confidence in using computers, develop essential digital literacy skills, and be better prepared to utilize technology for personal, educational, and professional purposes.
Email Etiquette
This instructor鈥憀ed session provides a practical, hands鈥憃n introduction to professional email communication. Participants learn how to choose between email vs phone, structure messages for clarity, and apply correct grammar, punctuation, and verbage to ensure their writing reflects professionalism and purpose. The course also includes a review of essential technical terminology used in workplace communication.
Google Drive
This class introduces participants to the essential features of Google Drive, focusing on accessing cloud storage, creating and uploading files, organizing content, and collaborating with others. Learners will gain hands鈥憃n experience using Drive as a central hub for productivity and teamwork.
Google Sheets
This class introduces participants to the essential features of Google Sheets, starting with creating a new spreadsheet and naming it properly. Learners will practice editing and formatting text, inserting useful elements like tables and charts, collaborating with others, and preparing their documents for download or printing. By the end, participants will feel comfortable using Sheets for work, school, or personal projects.
Microsoft Excel-Basics
This comprehensive course provides a foundational yet thorough introduction to Microsoft Office, with a deep dive into Microsoft Excel. Designed for beginners and intermediate users alike, students will progress from navigating the essential Office environment to managing complex data sets, building advanced formulas, and creating impactful data visualizations. Through practical, real-world projects鈥攕uch as tracking customer data, calculating student grades, and analyzing large-scale information鈥攑articipants will gain the hands-on proficiency required in today’s data-driven professional environments.
Microsoft Excel-Intermediate
This course elevates spreadsheet skills from basic data entry to sophisticated data analysis, financial modeling, and formula troubleshooting. Designed for intermediate users, students will master advanced formatting, complex text and date manipulation, and conditional logic. The curriculum covers critical analytical features including what-if analysis tools, financial modeling functions, and core data lookup mechanisms. Through practical, simulation-style exercises, participants will learn to build resilient, professional-grade workbooks capable of automating decisions and summarizing large volumes of institutional data.
Microsoft Excel-Advanced
This advanced course equips corporate professionals and data managers with the technical mastery required to automate repetitive workflows, aggregate massive data structures, and secure organizational assets. Moving far beyond simple spreadsheet formulas, students will explore the inner mechanics of automated database design using Excel Tables and structured references. The curriculum details multi-dimensional data synthesis through PivotTables and PivotCharts, the automation of multi-step procedures via recorded macros, and the secure configuration of enterprise workbooks for cross-departmental deployment.
Microsoft Excel Advanced with AI Integration
This course transforms traditional spreadsheet tasks by combining powerful data analytics with intelligent assistants like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT. Students learn to use natural language prompts to auto-generate complex formulas, clean data in seconds, and instantly build professional dashboards.
Microsoft Outlook
Outlook Basics introduces learners to the essential tools needed to manage email, contacts, calendars, and tasks in Microsoft Outlook. Participants will learn to navigate the Outlook interface, customize views, use the Ribbon and Reading Pane, and perform quick searches. The course covers sending and organizing email, creating signatures, attaching files, sorting messages, using rules and Quick Steps, and managing folders. Students will also build and organize contacts and contact groups, schedule appointments and meetings, share calendars, and manage tasks and notes. By the end of the class, learners will be able to use Outlook confidently to communicate, schedule, and stay organized in a professional setting.
Microsoft Power Point-Basics
This course teaches beginners how to create, format, and deliver professional, multimedia-rich presentations. Students learn to use the ribbon interface, apply slide layouts, insert visual elements, add dynamic transitions, and effectively present to an audience.
Microsoft Power Point-Intermediate
This intermediate course elevates presentation skills by focusing on advanced data visualization, structural corporate branding, and cloud-based team collaboration. Designed for business analysts, corporate trainers, and administrative managers, students will transition from basic slide layouts to building dynamic presentation decks powered by integrated data. Participants will master advanced chart formatting, secure external Excel file linking, custom layout design architecture, and multi-user cloud review cycles to deliver professional, enterprise-grade presentations.
Microsoft TEAMS-Basics
This class introduces participants to the essential features of Microsoft Teams, focusing on how to communicate effectively, collaborate in real time, and stay organized. Learners will explore how to create teams and channels, use chat and messaging tools, participate in Teams meetings, and work together through file sharing and collaboration.
Microsoft TEAMS-Intermediate
This course teaches users how to master the platform’s core collaboration, communication, and project management features, covering skills needed to streamline workflows, host virtual meetings, and integrate third-party apps, dependent on client needs.
Microsoft Word-Basics
This course provides a foundational understanding of word processing. It teaches users how to navigate the interface, format text, insert visual elements, and create, edit, save, and print professional documents like letters, reports, and resumes.
Microsoft Word-Intermediate
This course transitions users frbasic word processing to professional document creation. it teaches time-saving tools like custom styles, mail merge, section breaks, and automated tables of contents. This training boosts productivity and creates polished, business-ready layouts.
Microsoft Word-Advanced
This course equips users with professional skills for complex document creation, automation, and collaboration. Key topics include managing long documents, mail merge, fillable electronic forms, macro automation, advanced tracking and version control, and data linking.
