*Class Held In-Person*

Many individuals struggle to navigate and organize their digital workspace efficiently, especially when using the Microsoft Windows operating system. This hands-on training session provides practical demonstrations and guided exercises to help users master essential Windows functions for both work and personal use. Ideal for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their foundational Windows skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Navigate the Windows desktop, Start Menu, and taskbar with confidence.
• Organize and manage files and folders using File Explorer.
• Customize settings and troubleshoot basic issues to improve user efficiency.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances digital literacy across your workforce.
• Reduces IT support requests by empowering self-sufficiency.
• Increases productivity through smarter desktop and file management.

Equip your team with essential tech skills—register today and empower users to take full control of their Windows experience!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience in technology, manufacturing, and workforce training. He teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs and specializes in Excel training, digital literacy, and workplace productivity tools.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Laptops provided

Managing data efficiently is a crucial skill, yet many struggle with navigating Excel’s features and functions. This hands-on course provides practical techniques to streamline your workflow, improve accuracy, and enhance data management. Designed for professionals, administrators, and anyone looking to boost their Excel proficiency, this training equips you with essential spreadsheet skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Navigate and manipulate spreadsheets with ease, including entering, editing, and formatting data effectively.
• Utilize key Excel functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, and COUNT to analyze data efficiently.
• Create and customize charts, apply conditional formatting, and optimize worksheets for professional reporting and printing.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase efficiency by automating calculations and formatting tasks.
• Enhance data accuracy and organization for better decision-making.
• Improve reporting capabilities with professional charts and structured workbooks.

Ready to enhance your Excel skills and streamline your workflow? Register for “Microsoft Excel Basic Training” today!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience, specializing in Excel training and workforce development. He teaches at Butte College and leads training programs for various industries.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Laptops provided

Effectively analyzing and managing large datasets can be a challenge without the right tools. This advanced Excel training equips professionals with powerful data analysis techniques, helping them optimize workflows, improve decision-making, and enhance reporting capabilities. Designed for analysts, managers, and professionals who work with data, this course provides in-depth instruction on Excel’s most powerful features.

Learning Objectives:

• Advanced Functions and Formulas: Utilize logical, conditional, text, date, and array functions to manipulate and analyze data effectively.
• Lookups and Data Tables: Leverage VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, MATCH, and INDEX functions for efficient data retrieval and comparison.
• PivotTables and PivotCharts: Create, customize, and analyze large datasets using PivotTables and visually represent insights with PivotCharts.
• Exporting and Importing Data: Transfer data between Excel and external sources using text files, Microsoft Query, and web query features.
• Power Query and Power Pivot: Connect to multiple data sources, transform data, build relationships, and create interactive dashboards with Power BI.

Why This Matters to You:

• Optimize Data Management: Improve efficiency by automating complex data analysis tasks.
• Enhance Decision-Making: Utilize powerful Excel tools to derive meaningful insights from large datasets.
• Improve Reporting and Visualization: Build comprehensive reports and dashboards that drive strategic decisions.

Ready to enhance your Excel expertise? Register for “Microsoft Excel Advanced Training” today!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience and teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs. He specializes in Excel training and workforce development, helping professionals master data analysis, reporting, and automation.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

Mastering Microsoft Office is essential for everyday productivity, yet many users lack the foundational skills to confidently use Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. This interactive training session equips participants with practical tools and real-world applications to create polished documents, analyze data, and deliver effective presentations. Designed for students, office staff, and professionals, this course is perfect for anyone looking to build or refresh their core Office skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Create and format documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft.
• Apply time-saving tips, formatting techniques, and basic functions to enhance productivity across all Office applications.
• Organize, manage, print, and share files efficiently across the Microsoft Office suite.
  

Why This Matters to You:

• Improves team efficiency by standardizing digital document workflows.
• Reduces training time by boosting baseline Office proficiency.
• Empowers staff to produce professional documents, data reports, and presentations with confidence.

Unlock the full potential of your team with essential Office skills—sign up today and start making Microsoft Office work for you!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience in technology, manufacturing, and workforce training. He teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs and specializes in Excel training, digital literacy, and workplace productivity tools.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Laptops Provided

Managing complex workbooks and optimizing data organization is essential for efficiency and accuracy. This course equips professionals with advanced Excel skills, including formatting techniques, data management strategies, and collaborative features to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.

Learning Objectives:

• Optimize Workbook and Worksheet Management: Freeze panes, split worksheets, manage multiple sheets, and navigate linked workbooks with ease.
• Enhance Data Organization and Formatting: Apply custom number formats, modify themes, merge cells, transpose data, and incorporate backgrounds and watermarks.
• Streamline Data Analysis and Structure: Use outlines, subtotals, sorting, filtering, and structured tables to organize and summarize data efficiently.
• Improve Collaboration and Documentation: Track changes, protect worksheets, add comments, and share workbooks while maintaining data integrity.

Why This Matters to You:

• Boost Efficiency: Automate and streamline data organization for increased productivity.
• Enhance Collaboration: Utilize Excel’s sharing features to improve teamwork and version control.
• Improve Data Accuracy: Implement structured tools and auditing features to maintain consistency and reliability.

Ready to expand your Excel proficiency? Register for “Microsoft Excel Intermediate Training” today!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience and teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs. He specializes in Excel training and workforce development, helping professionals refine their data management and reporting skills for improved efficiency and collaboration.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu 

Duration: Variable based on organizational needs:

• Initial assessment and strategy session (4 hours)
• Implementation workshops (multiple 3-hour sessions)
• Progress reviews and iteration sessions (2-hour sessions)
• Total timeline typically spans 3-6 months

Successfully adopting AI requires more than just tools—it demands a strategic, organization-wide approach. This customized program guides businesses through the full AI integration process, from initial assessment to full-scale implementation. Working directly with leadership and teams, our expert facilitators develop a tailored roadmap that aligns AI adoption with business objectives, ensures responsible governance, and equips employees with the skills needed to maximize AI’s potential.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with business goals.
• Create a phased implementation roadmap with clear milestones and KPIs.
• Establish governance frameworks for responsible AI use.
• Build and deploy custom AI tools to enhance productivity.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Maximize ROI by implementing AI solutions that drive measurable results.
• Ensure sustainable adoption with a structured, phased approach.
• Empower employees with AI training and innovation opportunities.

Ready to future-proof your organization with AI? Contact us today to develop your custom AI integration plan!

Trainer Bio: Emiliano equips leaders with practical strategies to navigate workplace change, enhance team dynamics, and improve communication. As co-founder of Soligo, an AI-driven learning company, he focuses on using technology to amplify human potential. His engaging, results-driven training creates lasting impact.

Contact us to customize this course for your business!

Call 530.895.9015, email TheTrainingPlace@butte.edu, or sign up below to be contacted.