Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Business Support (4475-12/13)

Unit 105 Spreadsheet software
Level: 1
Credit value: 3
UAN: A/502/4624
Unit aim
On completion of this unit a candidate should be able to use a range of basic spreadsheet software
tools and techniques to produce, present and check spreadsheets that are straightforward or
routine. Any aspect that is unfamiliar will require support and advice from others.
Spreadsheet software tools and techniques will be defined as ‘basic’ because:
• the range of data entry, manipulation, formatting and outputting techniques are straightforward;
• the tools, formulas and functions involved will be predetermined or commonly used (for
example, sum, divide, multiply, take away and fractions); and
• the structure and functionality of the spreadsheet will be predetermined or familiar.
Examples of context: Typical examples may include - a duty rota for staff or a work sheet for
keeping track of expenses.
Learning outcomes
There are three learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:
1. Be able to use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data
2. Be able to use appropriate formulas and tools to summarise and display spreadsheet
information
3. Be able to select and use appropriate tools and techniques to present spreadsheet information
effectively
Guided learning hours
It is recommended that 20 hours should be allocated for this unit, although patterns of delivery are
likely to vary.
Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national occupational standards
This unit is linked to the Level 1 IT User NOS devised by e-Skills UK.
Support of the unit by a sector or other appropriate body
This unit was developed by e-Skills UK.
Assessment
This unit will be assessed as specified in the e-Skills IT User Assessment Strategy 2009.
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