Microsoft Word for Intermediate - 2025

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Microsoft Word For Intermediate 4-Part Online Training Series

February 5, 2025

February 19, 2025

February 12, 2025

March 5, 2025

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

Session 4

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Microsoft Word For Intermediate Microsoft Word is a powerful word processor that can do more than simple text files or writing notes in it. This class builds upon our Beginners course and allows users to use some of the advanced and time saving features with Word, along with creating professional documents for their team. With such a universal program, make Microsoft Word do your work for you utilizing mail merge & learn about the basics of macros as well.

These live, instructor-led sessions, held every Wednesday virtually via Zoom from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, are designed to help you take your skills to the next level. Best of all, these courses are completely free for members as part of your membership benefits and offer 2 Project Management MBD credits per session to those that register and attend. You can choose to attend one, or all these Microsoft Word for Intermediate sessions.

SESSION 1: ADVANCED TEXT USAGE February 5, 2025 | 9:00am - 11:00am

In this session, you’ll master the art of organizing and formatting complex documents. You’ll learn to create tabbed lists for better readability, and sort data efficiently to keep your content structured. Discover how to format symbols for a polished look, and generate a Table of Contents that will update automatically as your document changes. We’ll cover utilizing references for citing sources or linking sections within your document.

You’ll also learn advanced search and replace techniques to quickly find and modify content. Additionally, you’ll explore inserting equations and formulas for documents that require mathematical precision, and how to set default styles, themes, and fonts to maintain consistency across your documents.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES • • • • • • •

Creating Tabbed Lists & Sorting Formatting Symbols Creating a Table of Contents Utilizing References in Word Advanced Search & Replace Inserting Equations & Formulas Setting Default Styles, Themes, and Fonts Master Builder Designation: Project Management - 2 credits

SESSION 2: COLLABORATION & DOCUMENT REVIEW February 12, 2025 | 9:00am – 11:00am

This session focuses on tools that make it easier to collaborate on documents and manage the review process. You’ll start by learning how to add comments to your documents, providing feedback or notes without altering the main content. We’ll cover how to track changes so that you can see exactly what has been edited, which is especially useful for team collaborations. You’ll also learn how to restrict changes, giving you control over who can edit certain parts of the document. We’ll guide you through comparing previous revisions of a document, allowing you to spot differences and ensure accuracy. Finally, you’ll get hands-on experience with markup and document review tools, which will help you streamline the review and approval process. By the end of this session, you’ll have a full understanding of how to work efficiently with others on Word documents, whether you’re reviewing, editing, or finalizing a project.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Adding Comments to Documents • Tracking Changes • Restricting Changes • Comparing Previous Revisions • Markup & Review Documents Master Builder Designation: Project Management - 2 credits

The Master Builder Designation program will offer credits for completion of this course. For more information on becoming a ‘Master Builder’, please visit MBI’s website at www.MBI.Build/mbd.

SESSION 3: TEMPLATES & FORM CONTROLS February 19, 2025 | 9:00am - 11:00am This session introduces you to the world of templates and form controls, where you can create reusable, customized documents.

Learn how to build and share templates for consistency across your organization or personal use. We’ll cover best practices for designing templates that are easy to use and professional in appearance. Additionally, you’ll explore form controls to create interactive forms that can collect data or feedback from users. The session also includes guidance on how to import Excel graphs into Word, allowing you to combine the power of Excel’s data analysis with Word’s document creation capabilities.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Form Controls • Creating and Sharing Templates • Best Practices for Templates • Importing an Excel Graph

Master Builder Designation: Project Management - 2 credits

SESSION 4: AUTOMATION FEATURES WITH WORD March 5, 2025 | 9:00am - 11:00am

Maximize your productivity with Microsoft Word’s automation features. This session will teach you time-saving keyboard shortcuts that make document creation faster and more efficient. You’ll dive into the world of Mail Merge, learning to create personalized letters, labels, or envelopes for mass communication. Additionally, we’ll explore the basics of macros, what they are, and how they can automate repetitive tasks. You’ll learn how to record and use macros, saving you time and making your document processing even more efficient. With these automation tools, you’ll be able to handle complex tasks with ease.

Have Questions?

LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Useful Keyboard Shortcuts • Creating Mail Merge Lists • What Are Macros • Recording & Using Macros Master Builder Designation: Project Management - 2 credits

If you have any questions, please contact Janel Haynes at JHaynes@MBI.Build

Presenter David Mills

, ZenTek Consultants - Hackensack, NJ

David Mills has been working within the construction industry for nearly a decade.

He has developed commercial and healthcare projects ranging from $100,000 to $100,000,000+, while working in various positions, including Estimator, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, and Assistant Project Manager. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he was an Owner’s Representative on a large healthcare campus in Michigan. This project had several Construction Managers on it using different software products, which Mr. Mills successfully taught team members to use efficiently.

Mr. Mills joined ZenTek Consultants as a Technology Specialist in early 2023. During his time at ZenTek, he has developed custom solutions and training for clients, as well as written numerous articles and blogs on using Bluebeam and Procore efficiently. His knowledge of software does not end at Bluebeam and Procore, as he is proficient in Microsoft Office, Revit, PlanSwift, PlanGrid, Smartsheet, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

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Microsoft Word For Intermediate

4-Part Online Training Series

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Please mark which online session(s) you would like to connect to: Session 1: Advanced Text Usage

Session 3: Templates & Form Controls

Session 2: Collaboration & Document Review

Session 4: Automation Features with Word

February 5, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am

February 19, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am

February 12, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am

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March 5, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am

No Charge / MBI Members $160 Per person / Per Session / Non-Members

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Cancellation Policy: Registration cancellations must be submitted to Master Builders of Iowa via email to NFry@MBI.Build. Cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days prior to the start of this program will be refunded 100%. Cancellations received between 7 and 14 days prior to the start of this program will be refunded 50%. No refund for cancellations less than 7 days prior to the start of this program. No refund for no-shows.

Please send registration and payment to: MASTER BUILDERS OF IOWA 4100 Westown Pkwy | West Des Moines, Iowa 50266 Attn: Nichole Fry NFry@MBI.Build

Further information and instructions for each of the training online sessions will be forwarded to participants upon receipt of registration.

For more information, please contact Janel Haynes at (515) 461-9237 or JHaynes@MBI.Build