This course provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create computer-based slide shows. Students will learn how to create slide shows, add slides of varying layouts, edit slides for content and style, add charts, photos and computer art. Along with the computer skills, students will consider how a slide show will supplement their presentation. Presentation features like slide transitions, timings, sound tracks, speaker's notes, and presentation handouts will be covered.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Slide structure
- PowerPoint slide show views
- Add, Edit and Format text
- ClipArt, Photos and SmartArt
- Position and Size with the Ruler
- Slide styles
- Manage the Presentation with the Slide Sorter
- Slide display Transition effects
- Animate Slide Content
- Slide show timing
- Print slides and presentation notes
- Slide show Automation
- Videos
- Soundtracks
- Templates
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43066 |
March 3, 2026 to April 22, 2026 |
Self Paced | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.