Module 2 – SLP
IT GOVERNANCE AND DECISION MAKING
Working with the Excel Environment
Excel allows us to calculate numerical information using
formulas. In Module 2, we learn how to use cell references to create formulas.
In order to create a formula, we need to learn about Excel standard operators
for formulas. These operators are a plus sign (+) for addition, a minus sign
(-) for subtraction, an asterisk (*) for multiplication, a forward slash (/)
for division, and a caret (^) for exponents. Excel uses = sign to start a
formula, and that cell must be equal to the formula which is calculated for.
SLP2 Excel Operations
Source: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/excel2013/13
Excel 2013 uses features like the Ribbon and Quick Access
toolbar to perform common tasks. The Ribbon in Excel 2013 uses a tabbed Ribbon
system rather the traditional menu. Below is the description of the different
tabs in Excel 2010-2013.
Understanding cell references
A cell is recognized by its address. The intersection of a
columns and a row represent a cell address. For instance, column B and row 3 is
the cell B3. The cell value is the value of what we calculate for a specific
cell. For instance, if we B1 = 15, B2 = 25, then the value of B3 = B1+B2 or B3
= 15+25=40, therefore, the value of B3 = 40 as shown below.
In formula section we have, Fx =A1+A2
15
25
B1+B2= 40
Please review the following link and watch the following
section videos.
Refer to tutorials at http://www.gcflearnfree.org/excel2013
Formatting Cells
Worksheet Basics
Page Layout
Printing Workbooks
Simple Formula
Complex Formulas
Relative Absolute Cell References
Functions
SLP Assignment
Please note that SLP 2 Assignment has the following
exercises and basic spreadsheet exercises from the Abacus Training site.
Use the table below to do the following.
A
B
C
D
11
30
36
20
2
70
31
11
35
45
35
14
= A1+A2+A3+A4
= B4 – B2
= C4/B2
= C3/5
A4^2
Write the cell address according above table for the
following:
Gas used for June
36
Gas used for May
45
Total used gas
81
Use the below table to calculate the total for each item;
however, instead of manual work, use the formula function. For example, to
calculate each item, you need to do the following.
Place = on the formula bar in the Total column
Multiple Quantity X Unit Price in the Total column
Fast Shop
Item
Quantity
Unit price
Total
Lighter
25
$1.99
Pepsi
17
$1.73
Hot dog
47
$1.05
Ice bag
11
$2.21
After completing the Excel exercise above, please continue
developing the Abacus Excel spreadsheet exercises located at
http://triplecsa.fhost.com.au/Blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Basic-Spreadsheet-Concepts-Exercises.pdf
and as noted below.
Exercise 1 – Sales for the Month
Exercise 2 – Sales
and Produce Department
Exercise 3 – Mike’s Stationery Order
Create an Excel file with designated folders 1-4 to develop
the above exercises.
SLP Assignment Expectations
The SLP should be developed in Excel. Your assignments will
be graded following these expectations:
Precision: The questions asked are answered.
Clarity: Your answers are clear and show your good
understanding of the topic.
Breadth and depth: The scope covered in your paper is directly
related to the questions of the assignment and the learning objectives of the
module.
Critical Thinking: It is important to read the “required
readings” posted in the background material plus others you find relevant. Your
paper should include important concepts from these readings and incorporate
your reactions and examples that illustrate your reflective judgment and good
understanding of the concepts.
