WPCCA Excel Basics Course (2026)

Join us for our annual Excel training with Microsoft Master Instructor Rob Mendell. Excel Basics covers essential formulas, efficient workbook setup, error troubleshooting, and time-saving features in a hands-on format—perfect for beginners and experienced users looking to sharpen their skills and pick up new tips and tricks.

Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Time: 11:00am – 1:o0pm PST
Location: Zoom

Program Outline:

  • QAT (Quick Access Toolbar)
    • Above/Below
    • Add buttons
  • Theory: What can go in an Excel cell / An approach to setting up workbooks
    • Data
      • Data Entry
    • Label
    • Formula
  • Formula Bar
    • FX button
    • Checkmark
    • X button
    • Expand taller
  • Formulas
    • = + – * / ( )
    • SUM
    • AVERAGE
    • Copying formulas
      • Copy/Paste
      • The Fill Handle
    • Relative and Absolute and Mixed cell references
    • Using MIN and MAX as thresholds
    • Edit a formula (F2), Esc v. CTRL+Z – warning about Undo
    • Formula Auditing
    • Named Ranges
    • Refer to a cell on another worksheet
    • Refer to a cell in another workbook
    • Show Formulas
    • Create a running total
  • Error messages
    • #NAME?, #DIV/0!, etc.
    • Circular references
  • Flash Fill
    • How to use Flash Fill

 

About Rob Mendell:

Microsoft Office Trainer and Consultant Rob MendellRob Mendell is an Independent Contractor and a Microsoft Certified Master Instructor for Microsoft Office, providing training and support for end-users. Rob also designs and develops bespoke software solutions inside Microsoft Office by programming in VBA (Visual Basic for Applications): macros, automation templates, and fully customized dialog boxes. Since 1993, He has trained and supported individuals and groups of all sizes, and developed a myriad of robust solutions in the world’s most ubiquitous business software: Microsoft Office. Rob has worked with NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association) and WC&C (Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries), government agencies, healthcare facilities, over 100 law firms, companies in a wide variety of businesses, and individuals.

 

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