Office SharePoint 2007: Site Member

Overview

This course is provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to efficiently navigate, retrieve, and contribute content in a SharePoint 2007 environment. Modules in this class cover logon and site navigation, search, effective use of lists and libraries, use of RSS and Alerts.

*Note - This course is oriented to Microsoft Office SharePoint Server, but is also applicable to Windows SharePoint Services 3.0.

Course Length

2 Days

Purpose

Information in this course provides the solid foundation of knowledge that is necessary to become proficient in the basic use of collaborative site functions. Students attending this course will learn how to navigate, utilize and contribute content within the framework of a collaborative environment. In this course, students reinforce their new knowledge through numerous Instructor-led Demonstrations and hands-on Labs.

Prerequisites

Students taking this course should have the prerequisite knowledge or experience listed below.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007 Products
• Be familiar with Internet Explorer

Audience

This course concentrates on SharePoint 2007 from the site member’s perspective. Specifically, it is aimed at nontechnical users who will view, edit, and contribute content in a MOSS 2007 environment. Individuals performing the jobs listed below will benefit from knowledge gained in this course.

• MOSS 2007 users who want to develop a better understanding of how to efficiently find content, use and contribute to collaborative sites.
• Help Desk personnel who provide support to end users that use MOSS 2007.

Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007

This module highlights the uses and benefits of MOSS 2007. Navigational components, alerts, and personalization are reviewed and demonstrated. In addition, terminology used throughout the course is defined in this module. The following topics are also covered:

• Overview of SharePoint
• Get Started in SharePoint
• Search for Content
• Use Alerts
• Personalize SharePoint Pages

Module 2: Work with Lists

Lists serve as the structure for calendars, discussion boards, contacts, and tasks in MOSS 2007. This module explains the concept of lists, and then reviews popular out-of-the-box options. The operative differences of each option are highlighted through Instructor-led demonstrations. Students learn effective ways to use and contribute to lists. Demonstrations of filters and views highlight usability and efficiency. The following topics are also covered:

• How to add and modify content
• Overview of Default Lists and List Templates
• Add, Modify and Delete Content in SharePoint Lists
• Sort and Filter Content
• Advanced List Features
• Use Default and Custom Views
• Connect a List to Microsoft Outlook

Module 3: Work with Document Libraries

Document sharing is a primary function of collaborative sites. In this module, libraries are defined and their use is highlighted through Instructor-led demonstrations. Analysis of metadata breaks down the fundamental purpose and function of this important component. Additionally, a how-to review of workflows provides insight into how to use of this popular efficiency tool. The following topics are also covered:

• Overview of Document Libraries
• Create and Upload Documents
• View and Edit Documents and Document Properties
• Document Management Features
• Use Workflows in a Document Library

Module 4: Use Collaborative Sites

In this module students learn how to use and create workspaces. Explanation and differentiation of wikis and blogs help students understand the format and function of each type of workspace. Instructor-led demonstrations provide additional information on how to effectively use these communication tools. The following topics are also covered:

• Document Workspaces
• Meeting Workspaces
• Wiki Sites
• Blog Sites

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