Course code DatZ2045
Credit points 1.50
Total Hours in Course40
Number of hours for lectures8
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes8
Independent study hours24
Date of course confirmation16.03.2021
Responsible UnitInstitute of Computer Systems and Data Science
Dr. sc. ing.
Mg. paed.
DatZB002 [GDATB002] Informatics II
The aim of the study course is to learn in depth the creation of large-scale documents using a word processing program; record, edit, and programming macros using Visual Basic for Applications. The acquired knowledge and skills are necessary for the development and design of study papers, as well as for the performance of professional activities.
Knowledge of using word processing programs and extending the usability of application software packages using Visual Basic for Applications. Knowledge is assessed in Test 3.
Skills to analyze and evaluate the information relevant to the problem to be solved and to process data using appropriate software. Skills are assessed in practical works and tests 1 and 2.
Competences to independently acquire, select and analyze information and, using information technology, to make decisions and solve problems in the field of one's professional activity. Competences are assessed in tests 1 and 2.
1. Formula and form creation, document design (Lecture - 1 h, practical work - 1 h).
2. Use, modification and definition of styles in designing large documents (Lecture - 1 h, practical work - 1 h).
3. Insert bookmarks. Automatic numbering of figures and tables, insertion of references in the document (Lecture - 1 h, practical work - 1 h).
4. Creating a table of contents and an alphabetical index of subjects; automatic creation of lists of figures and tables (Lecture - 1 h, practical work - 1 h).
5. Save, edit, and use macros in a spreadsheet application (Lecture - 1 h, practical work - 1 h).
6. Record, edit, and use macros in a word processing application (Lecture - 1 h, practical work – 1 h).
7. Record, edit, and use macros in the presentation application (Lecture - 1 h, practical work - 1 h).
8. Creation and use of user functions in calculations. (Lecture - 1 h, practical work - 1 h).
The assessment of the test consists of:
• all practical works have been developed;
• Three tests have been successfully written - Test 1: Using a word processing application; Test 2: Creating macros and user functions. 3. Test: Test on the considered theoretical questions.
Each test is evaluated in a 10-point system.
Preparation for practical work and tests.
Three tests have been successfully passed.
1. Augucēvičs J. Word: Microsoft Office 2010. Rīga: Biznesa augstskola "Turība", 2013. 63 lpp.
2. Ringa E. Microsoft Office 2007 Excel: strādāsim ātrāk, ērtāk un efektīvāk! Rīga: Biznesa augstskola “Turība”, 2009. 54 lpp.
3. Mansfield R. Mastering VBA for Microsoft Office 2007. – Sybex, 2008. (Pieejama pie kursa atbildīgā mācībspēka).
4. Lambert J. (2015) Microsoft Word 2016 Step By Step. Microsoft Press, 624 p.
5. Frye C. (2015) Microsoft Excel 2016 Step By Step. Microsoft Press, 544 p.
6. Lambert J. (2015) Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 Step By Step. Microsoft Press, 512 p.
1. Walkenbach J. Excel VBA Programming For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)) . – For Dummies, 2010. (Pieejama pie kursa atbildīgā mācībspēka)
2. Shepherd R. Excel 2007 VBA Macro Programming. – McGraw-Hill Osborne Media, 2009. (Pieejama pie kursa atbildīgā mācībspēka)
1. Getting started with VBA in Office: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/office/vba/library-reference/concepts/getting-started-with-vba-in-office.
The study course is included in the compulsory part of the TF professional bachelor study program "Machine Design and Manufacturing".