Chinook Learning Services - Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Microsoft SharePoint

Course Description

In today’s fast-paced workplaces, efficient information sharing is crucial for team success. Microsoft SharePoint offers a powerful, centralized platform that empowers teams to access, store, and collaborate on documents and data effortlessly. This course is ideal for anyone eager to boost teamwork and productivity using cutting-edge collaboration tools. In this course, you will learn how to effectively use SharePoint to find, save, share, and collaborate on information and documents. The practical course covers:

  • Navigating SharePoint sites
  • Using lists to track information
  • Utilizing document libraries to share and organize documents
  • Finding, sharing, and archiving content
  • Collaborating on document creation as a team
  • Automating business processes

Through engaging live instruction and hands-on practice, you'll develop an understanding of Microsoft SharePoint and its capabilities. Elevate your team’s collaboration and productivity today!

Participant Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Track Information: Use SharePoint lists to organize and view data easily.
  • Organize Documents: Store and manage files in document libraries.
  • Find, Share and Archive: Quickly access, share, and save content in SharePoint.
  • Work on Team Documents: Create and edit documents as part of a SharePoint team site.
  • Automate Tasks: Use SharePoint workflow tools to streamline repetitive processes.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Navigating SharePoint Sites

  • Launch SharePoint: Open and start using the platform.
  • Access Sites You Didn’t Create: Join and work on team sites.
  • Move Around a Site: Navigate libraries, lists, and pages.
  • Use Mobile Access: Work on SharePoint from your phone or tablet.

Lesson 2: Using Lists to Track Information

  • Add and Fill Lists: Enter and organize data efficiently.
  • Change Views: Display information the way you want to see it.
  • Create Custom Views: Personalize how lists are shown for your needs.

Lesson 3: Using Document Libraries to Share & Organize Documents

  • Store Files: Save documents in libraries for easy access.
  • Use Templates: Create documents quickly with ready-made templates.

Lesson 4: Finding, Sharing & Archiving Content

  • Search for Items: Quickly locate files or list items.
  • Share with Links: Give others access without sending attachments.
  • Move Files Offline: Work on documents without an internet connection.

Lesson 5: Authoring Documents as a Team

  • Collaborate on Documents: Work together with teammates in real time.
  • Manage Versions: Track changes and recover previous versions if needed.

Lesson 6: Automating Business Processes

  • Use Rules to Automate Tasks: Streamline repetitive work.
  • Use Power Automate: Build workflows to save time and reduce errors.
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