Professional Development Laboratory
Professional Development Laboratory
DATA SCIENCE
GE3361–PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LABORATORY
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5. Inserting objects, charts and importing objects from other office tools.
2. Work with different types of data: text, currency, date, numeric etc.
5. Perform calculations and use functions: (Statistical, Logical, Mathematical, date, Time etc.,).
10. Combine data from multiple worksheets using own formulae and built-in functions to generate
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Experiment 1: Create and Format a Document in MS Word
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MS Word
Procedure:
- Click on the Microsoft Word icon on your desktop or find it in your Start menu.
- After Word opens, you will see a blank document. If not, click on "Blank
3. Type Text:
- Start typing some text into the document. You can enter anything you like for practice.
- Select the text you want to format (e.g., highlight a word or sentence).
- Experiment with different formatting options located in the Home tab such as font style
(Arial, Times New Roman), font size (12pt, 14pt), font color, alignment (left, center, right),
- Click "Save."
Experiment 2: Working with Tables in MS Word
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MS Word
Procedure:
- Start with a new or existing document where you want to insert a table.
2. Insert a Table:
- Click on "Table" and then drag your cursor over the grid to select the number
- With the table selected, additional "Table Tools" tabs will appear in the ribbon.
- Use options in these tabs to format the table, such as changing the border style, shading
4. Enter Data:
- Click inside a cell and start typing to enter data into the table.
Experiment 3: Working with Bullets and Lists in MS Word
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Learn how to create and customize lists using bullets and numbering.
Software Required:
MS Word
Procedure:
- Begin with a new or existing document where you want to create a list.
- Click on the "Bullets" button in the Home tab. This will apply a default bullet style.
- To change the bullet style, click the dropdown arrow next to the Bullets button.
- Click on the "Numbering" button in the Home tab to apply default numbering.
- To change the numbering style, click the dropdown arrow next to the Numbering
button.
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MS Word
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- In the Home tab, click on different styles in the "Styles" group to apply them to your
selected text.
2. Insert Shapes:
- Click on "Shapes" and select the shape you want to insert (e.g., rectangle, circle).
3. Format Shapes:
- With the shape selected, additional "Drawing Tools" tabs will appear.
- Use options in these tabs to format the shape, such as changing the fill color, outline
4. Create SmartArt:
- Click on "SmartArt" and choose a SmartArt graphic that fits your needs (e.g., process,
hierarchy).
- Click on "Chart" and select the type of chart you want to insert (e.g., column, pie, line).
- A placeholder Excel sheet will open. Enter your data into this sheet and close it to
6. Format Charts:
- With the chart selected, use options in the "Chart Tools" tabs to customize the chart's
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Learn how to integrate objects and data from other Office tools into Word documents.
Software Required:
MS Word
Procedure:
- Switch to word document and place the cursor where to insert the content.
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MS Word
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- If you’re using a recent version, the start page will display a search bar for templates at the
top and a range of template options below it.
- In the template gallery, you’ll find categories ranging from ‘Business’ to ‘Education’, each
filled with various template options. You can also use the search bar to find something more
specific.
3. Select a Template
- Browse through the templates and select one that fits your needs.
- As you click on each template, you’ll be able to preview it. This will ensure it not only looks
good but also serves its intended function.
- Click on the template and then select “Create” to open it in a new document for
customization.
- As you click on each template, you’ll be able to preview it. This will ensure it not only looks
good but also serves its intended function.
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Learn how to Insert equations, symbols and special characters in word document.
Software Required:
MS Word
Procedure:
1. Open your document and click the insertion point for the equation.
5. Use your keyboard to type standard letters and symbols like "+," "=" and "."
6. Use the icons in the "Symbols" and "Structures" groups to enter more complex expressions.
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Learn how to Work with Table of contents and References, citations in word document
Software Required:
MS Word
Procedure:
- Apply Heading 1, Heading 2, and other heading styles to the sections of your document you want
to include in the table of contents.
- Click on the spot in your document where you want your table of contents to be inserted.
- Go to the References tab on the Word ribbon and click on ‘Table of Contents.’
- Select a format from the built-in styles or create a custom table of contents.
- As you make changes to your document, update the table of contents by clicking on it and
selecting ‘Update Table.’
Experiment 9: Insert and review comments
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MS Word
Procedure:
- Highlight the text you want to comment on or place your cursor at the desired location.
- Click on the ‘Review’ tab in the Word ribbon at the top of the screen.
- Find and click the ‘New Comment’ button in the ‘Comments’ group.
- After you’ve added your comment, it will appear in the margins of the document, clearly linked
to the text or area you selected. Others can see, respond to, or resolve your comments, making
collaboration that much easier.
Experiment 10: Create bookmarks, hyperlinks, endnotes footnote
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MS Word
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Bookmarks:
1. Open your Word document and Select the text you want to bookmark
4. To go to a bookmark, click the Insert tab, then "Bookmark," and select the desired bookmark
5. To remove a bookmark, repeat step 6, select the bookmark, and click "Delete".
Hyperlinks:
3. Enter the hyperlink destination and click “OK” and test your hyperlink
1. Open your Word document and place the cursor where you want to insert footnote and endnote
2. Go to the "References" tab on the ribbon and in the "Footnotes" group, click on "Insert
Footnote" or "Insert Endnote" option
3. Open the Footnote and Endnote Dialog Box and click the small arrow in the bottom right
corner of the "Footnotes" group on the "References" tab to customize and click “Apply”.
4. To delete a footnote or endnote click next to the superscript number, Press backspace to
remove the superscript number. Word will delete the corresponding note and renumber.
Experiment 11: Viewing document in different modes
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Software Required:
MS Word
Procedure:
1. Open any Word document for which you have edit permissions.
2. Click the Editing button in the ribbon (in the top-right corner, next to the Share button)
3. Then click Reviewing or Viewing to switch to a different way of working with your document.
4. To switch back to editing the document, select the button again and click Editing.
Experiment 12: Working with document protection and security
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Software Required:
MS Word
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3. Select “Encrypt with Password”. Type in the password you want to use and click "OK".
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MS Word
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4. In the Additional Information, review the How to Fix and make the needed changes to your
document.
II. MS EXCEL
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MS Excel
Procedure:
1. Open Excel:
- Click on the Excel icon on your desktop or find it in your Start menu.
- Upon opening Excel, a new blank workbook will appear with one worksheet (Sheet1)
already present.
- To add more worksheets, right-click on the sheet tab (Sheet1) at the bottom left corner
- Choose the number of worksheets you want to add and click "OK."
3. Insert Data:
- Click on a cell and start typing to enter data into the worksheet.
4. Format Data:
- Use options in the Home tab such as font style, size, color, alignment, and number
- Explore additional formatting options in the Format Cells dialog box (right-click >
Format Cells).
Experiment 2: Work with Different Types of Data: Text, Currency, Date, Numeric
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Software Required:
MS Excel
Procedure:
- Format cells as currency by selecting the cells and choosing the currency format from
- Enter dates by typing them in a recognizable format (e.g., mm/dd/yyyy) or use date
- Click on the "Number Format" dropdown in the Home tab and choose the desired
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Software Required:
MS Excel
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1. Split Data:
- Use text-to-columns feature under the Data tab to split data based on a delimiter (e.g.,
comma, space).
2. Validate Data:
- Go to the Data tab and use Data Validation to set criteria for what can be entered into a
3. Consolidate Data:
- Use the Consolidate feature under the Data tab to combine data from multiple ranges
4. Convert Data:
- Convert text to columns using the Text to Columns feature under the Data tab.
- Convert dates to different date formats using custom number formats or the TEXT
function.
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Software Required:
MS Excel
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1. Sort Data:
- Click on the Sort buttons in the Data tab to sort by one or multiple columns.
2. Filter Data:
- Click on the Filter button in the Data tab to apply filter arrows to each column header.
- Use the filter arrows to sort or filter data based on specific criteria.
Experiment 5: Perform Calculations and Use Functions: Statistical, Logical, Mathematical,
Date, Time
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Software Required:
MS Excel
Procedure:
- Use cell references (e.g., A1, B2) in formulas to reference data from other cells.
2. Use Functions:
- Explore functions in the Formulas tab or by typing directly into the formula bar.
- Examples include SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, IF, AND, OR, DATE, TIME, etc.
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Software Required:
MS Excel
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1. Use VLOOKUP:
- Use VLOOKUP to search for a value in the first column of a table and return a value in
2. Use HLOOKUP:
- Use HLOOKUP to search for a value in the first row of a table and return a value in the
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Software Required:
MS Excel
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1. Create a Chart:
- Click on the Insert tab and choose the type of chart you want to create (e.g., Column,
Line, Pie).
- Use Chart Tools tabs (Design, Format, and Chart Tools) to customize elements such as
- Use the "Change Chart Type" button in the Design tab to switch to a different chart
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Software Required:
MS Excel
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- Excel will display the Create PivotTable dialog box. Ensure the data range is correct
- In the PivotTable Field List pane that appears, drag fields into the Rows, Columns, and
- Excel automatically calculates summaries such as sums and counts based on your data.
- Use options in the PivotTable Tools tabs (Analyze, Design) to format, filter, and sort
the PivotTable.
Experiment 9: Perform Data Analysis Using Own Formulas and Functions
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Perform advanced data analysis using custom formulas and functions in Excel.
Software Required:
MS Excel
Procedure:
- Enter array formulas that perform multiple calculations on one or more sets of values.
- Use Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to create custom functions if needed for
- This requires basic programming knowledge and access to the Developer tab in Excel.
Experiment 10: Combine Data from Multiple Worksheets Using Own Formulas and
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MS Excel
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consolidate data.
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Understand how to export data and sheets to other file formats in Excel.
Software Required:
MS Excel
Procedure:
- Choose the desired format from the dropdown list (e.g., PDF, CSV, XPS).
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Software Required:
MS Excel
Procedure:
- Click on "Options."
- In the Excel Options dialog box, click on "Customize Ribbon" on the left sidebar.
- Check the box for "Developer" under the Main Tabs section.
- Click "OK."
2. Record a Macro:
- Provide a name for your macro, assign a shortcut key (optional), and choose where to
3. Run a Macro:
- Click on "Macros."
- Select the macro you want to run from the list and click "Run."
Experiment 13: Protecting Data and Securing the Workbook
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MS Excel
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1. Protect a Worksheet:
- Enter a password (optional) and specify permissions for the protected sheet.
- Click "OK."
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Software Required:
MS PowerPoint
Procedure:
1. Open PowerPoint:
- Click on the PowerPoint icon on your desktop or find it in your Start menu.
- Alternatively, click on "New Slide" or "Layout" in the Home tab to choose a specific
3. Apply a Theme:
- Browse through the Themes gallery to select a design theme that matches the style of
your presentation.
- Click on a theme to apply it to all slides or use different themes for individual slides.
Experiment 2: Formatting Slide Content and Using Bullets and Numbering
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Understand how to format text and use bullets and numbering in PowerPoint.
Software Required:
MS PowerPoint
Procedure:
1. Format Text:
- Use options in the Home tab to change font style, size, color, alignment, and paragraph
spacing.
- Click on the Bullets or Numbering button in the Home tab to apply the desired style.
- Customize bullet styles and numbering formats using options in the dropdown menus.
Experiment 3: Insert and Format Images, SmartArt, Tables, Charts
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MS PowerPoint
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1. Insert Images:
- Go to the Insert tab and click on "Pictures" to insert an image from your computer or
2. Format Images:
- Use the options in the Format tab (appears when image is selected) to adjust the image
size, apply borders, add effects, and crop or rotate the image.
3. Insert SmartArt:
4. Insert Tables:
- Select the number of rows and columns for your table from the grid.
- Enter data into the table cells.
5. Format Tables:
- Use options in the Design tab (appears when table is selected) to change the table style,
6. Insert Charts:
- Choose the type of chart (e.g., column, pie, line) from the options available.
- A placeholder Excel sheet will open. Enter your data into this sheet and close it to
7. Format Charts:
- Use options in the Design and Format tabs (appear when chart is selected) to customize
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Understand how to utilize Slide Master, Notes Master, and Handout Master in
PowerPoint.
Software Required:
MS PowerPoint
Procedure:
1. Slide Master:
- Click on "Slide Master" to edit the master slide that controls the overall layout and
- Make changes to the master slide layout, such as adding placeholders for text, images,
or logos.
2. Notes Master:
- Click on "Notes Master" to edit the master slide layout for presentation notes pages.
- Customize the header and footer, and adjust the placement of placeholders for notes.
3. Handout Master:
- Click on "Handout Master" to edit the master layout for printed handouts.
- Customize the number of slides per page, header and footer, and other elements on the
handout.
Experiment 5: Working with Animation and Transitions
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MS PowerPoint
Procedure:
1. Apply Animations:
- Click on the slide object (text box, image, etc.) to which you want to apply animation.
motion path).
- Customize the animation effect options such as duration, delay, and direction using the
Animation Pane.
- Click on the slide thumbnail in the left pane to select the slide where you want to apply
a transition.
- Click on the dropdown arrow to choose a transition effect for the slide.
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MSPowerPoint
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1. Organize Slides:
- Use the Slide Sorter view to rearrange slides by dragging them to new positions.
2. Group Slides:
- Select multiple slides by holding down Ctrl and clicking on each slide thumbnail.
- Right-click on the selected slides and choose "Group" to group them together.
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Learn how to import or create and use media objects like audio, video, and
animation in PowerPoint.
Software Required:
MS PowerPoint
Procedure:
1. Insert Audio:
- Choose "Audio on My PC" to insert an audio file from your computer, or "Online
2. Insert Video:
- Choose "Video on My PC" to insert a video file from your computer, or "Online
3. Insert Animation:
- Click on the slide object (text box, image, etc.) to which you want to apply animation.
- Choose an animation effect (motion path, entrance, exit, emphasis) and adjust settings
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Software Required:
MS PowerPoint
Procedure:
1. Slideshow Recording:
- Choose "Start Recording from Beginning" or "Start Recording from Current Slide."
- Speak into your microphone as you click through your slides. PowerPoint records your
- To end the recording, right-click anywhere on the slide and select "End Show."
2. Record Narration:
- Choose "Start Recording from Beginning" or "Start Recording from Current Slide."
- Speak into your microphone as you click through your slides. PowerPoint records your
- To end the recording, right-click anywhere on the slide and select "End Show."