Information Systems provides basic computer training and some software training to faculty and staff. We offer workshops, one-on-one training, and documentation. Although instruction is limited to UWB specific computing issues, faculty and staff also have several options for computer-related training outside of IS. The Helpdesk is also happy to answer any computing related questions. You may contact the Helpdesk at help@uwb.edu or (425) 352-5275.
Refer to Faculty and Staff Email for Outlook 2007 training webpages customized for UWB computer users.
UW Catalyst Tutorials
The UW Catalyst website offers an in-depth overview of the following Office 2007 programs:
"Up to Speed" Interactive Tutorials Covering Office 2007 Layout
Microsoft's website provides a free interactive step-by-step tutorial which provides an overview of the new layout and features found in each of the Office 2007 programs. These tutorials are designed for computer users who are already familiar with Office 2003.
Command Reference Guide for Office 2007 Menus
Refer to these interactive reference guides to learn where the old Office 2003 commands are located in the new Office 2007 interface. Click on any of the following links to find each guide. Once you launch a guide, rest the mouse pointer over a menu or button to learn its new location.
Interactive Tutorials for New Office Computer Users
For computer users who are new to some of the Office software and who want to learn more, Microsoft offers the following free tutorials.
Microsoft's Mactopia website provides free interactive step-by-step tutorials covering the new features found in each of the Office 2008 programs for Mac:
Element K is another online self-paced training resource to support your learning. You can sign up for Element K through UW. It's only $79 for an annual subscription through December 31, 2008. Courses cover 1,600 applications for use in Macintosh, Windows and Unix/Linux environments.
For example, courses specifically devoted to Office 2007 include:
To view more sample classes and to learn more about subscribing go to http://www.washington.edu/computing/training/online.html.
UW Catalyst
UW Catalyst offers the following free walk-in computing workshops to UW students and employees, which are designed and taught by students. For more information and a current schedule, refer to http://catalyst.washington.edu/workshops/index.html.
Office 2007 Workshops:
Other Workshops:
UW Technology Computer Training
The UW Seattle campus offers free and low-cost computer training to students, staff, faculty and alumni of the University of Washington. The following courses focus on Office 2007. Please note that course listings include classes for either 2003 or 2007. For questions concerning registration contact the UW Technology Computer Training Office at 206-685-2763 or training@u.washington.edu
Here are a few training articles from our Knowledge Base:
