Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects)

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Introduction

### Course Review: Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects) #### Course Overview "Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects)" is the final installment of the Everyday Excel series offered on Coursera. This capstone course is particularly designed for those who have completed Parts 1 and 2 and are eager to apply their Excel skills to a series of complex, open-ended projects. The structure of the course capitalizes on experiential learning by challenging learners to complete a variety of warm-up, intermediate, and main projects, each with varying levels of difficulty. #### Syllabus Breakdown **1. Introduction and General Course Information** The course begins by introducing you to its structure, requirements, and how to earn a Course Certificate. Clear guidelines for Mac users are also provided, ensuring that all participants can effectively engage with course materials regardless of their operating system. **2. Warm-Up Projects (Choose Three)** The Warm-Up Projects serve as an excellent foundation to ease you into the coursework. You have the option to choose from five projects, each catering to different inclinations towards math or logic: - **Nearest Eighth of an Inch and Ladder Around the Corner** are fantastic for those with a mathematical focus. - **World Bank Lookup, Dynamic Temperature Lookup, and Dynamic Amortization Schedule** are better suited for learners who prefer more data-oriented and less computational challenges. These projects not only help you warm up but also assess your current skill level and help you adjust to the course's general intensity. **3. Intermediate Projects (Choose Three)** As you advance, the Intermediate Projects kick it up a notch. From the straightforward **Sensitivity Analysis** to more engaging challenges like **Friday the 13th** and **Bakery Shopping List**, this section balances a mix of skill development and creative thinking. Completing these projects cultivates a deeper understanding of the applied techniques while ensuring that the learning process remains both fun and engaging. **4. Main Projects (Choose Three)** The Main Projects form the heart of the course, demanding a substantial application of the skills learned in earlier parts. With five intriguing choices, learners can immerse themselves into real-world applications of Excel, solving problems with assistance from screencasts and guidance. Successfully completing these projects not only boosts your Excel competence but also provides a significant sense of accomplishment. **5. For Honors!** For those zealous about pushing their Excel abilities further, the Honors distinction offers an opportunity to tackle two more challenging projects: **Francesca's French Bakery** and **Top Hat Consolidator**. Here, learners will rely heavily on their acquired knowledge and problem-solving abilities, making this an excellent way to solidify one's proficiency in Excel. #### Course Experience & Recommendations The "Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects)" course stands out for several reasons: - **Hands-On Learning**: Each project is designed not only to test your skills but to enhance logical reasoning and problem-solving capabilities through practical application. - **Variety of Projects**: The diversity between warm-up, intermediate, and main projects ensures that learners of varying skill levels will find challenging yet achievable tasks. - **Supportive Learning Environment**: The included hints and screencasts provide just the right amount of guidance to keep learners motivated and on track without giving away all the solutions. - **Real-World Applications**: Engaging with projects that simulate real-world Excel usage helps participants understand the value of these skills in professional settings. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend "Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects)" for anyone looking to solidify their Excel skills through practical experience. Whether you aim to enhance your resume, prepare for a career in data analysis, or simply enjoy mastering software tools, this course is a valuable investment in your personal and professional development. With a blend of challenge, creativity, and support, you’ll emerge from this course not just as a competent Excel user, but as a confident problem solver ready for any project that comes your way.

Syllabus

Introduction and General Course Information

This module contains introductory information regarding the course requirements, how to obtain a Course Certificate, and information for Mac users.

For the Warm-Up Projects, you must select three of five projects to complete. If you are more math-inclined, you might appreciate the "Nearest Eighth of an Inch" and "Ladder Around the Corner" projects. If you are not so math-inclined, you will gravitate towards the "World Bank Lookup", "Dynamic Temperature Lookup", and the "Dynamic Amortization Schedule" projects.

Now that you're warmed up, let's transition to some more challenging projects! There are six possible projects for you to choose from for the Intermediate Projects, and you must complete three of them. The Sensitivity Analysis and Historical Weather Lookup (Part A) projects are perhaps the easier projects of the bunch, but the Dynamic Data Cleaning is not far behind. The Friday the 13th project is interesting but possibly a tad bit more challenging. The Bakery Shopping List and Dinner Sign-Up projects are somewhere in between. Have fun!

Now for the heart of the course - the Main Projects! You'll implement many of the techniques and tools that you've learned in Parts 1 and 2 of "Everyday Excel". These projects are more involved than the intermediate projects. However, in many cases I provide significant hints and suggestions (mainly through screencasts). Therefore, I "guide" you through these projects. You'll be left with a proud, well-earned sense of accomplishment after having done these projects! There are 5 projects to choose from, and you need to complete 3 of them. Good luck!

Are you chomping at the bit to apply more of your vast Excel knowledge to some more challenging problems?! If so, the Honors Certificate is for you! For Honors distinction on your Course Certificate, complete both projects. The two projects are Francesca's French Bakery and the Top Hat Consolidator. Peruse the information below for project descriptions and requirements for these two projects. Far fewer hints and tips are provided for these projects, so it is up to you to utilize what you've learned in these courses to solve these open-ended problems!