The 55217 : SharePoint 2016 Power User course is designed to empower learners with the skills and knowledge needed to utilize SharePoint 2016 effectively. This comprehensive training focuses on the core features and functionalities that a power user must understand to manage and maintain a SharePoint environment. SharePoint Versions and Central Repository for Information are among the foundational lessons, which help learners grasp the evolution of SharePoint and its role in information management. Students will delve into Site Creation, Web Content Management, Team Collaboration, and Search capabilities, enabling them to build and manage robust SharePoint sites. They will learn about Security Trimming, Business Intelligence, and Workflows, crucial for customizing security and automating business processes. The course also covers Site Collection Administrator responsibilities and integration with Office 2016, enhancing collaboration through Co-Authoring and OneDrive for Business. By completing this course, participants will be able to answer complex SharePoint queries, create effective business solutions, and migrate content to SharePoint proficiently. This will position them as invaluable assets within their organizations, capable of leveraging SharePoint to its full potential.
Audience Profile:
This course is intended for anyone who wants to become the ultimate site owner, whether you are building sites for yourself or helping others create and maintain their sites.
At Course Completion:
After completing this course, students will be able to:
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Understand and describe the functionality of SharePoint 2016.
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Create and delete sites.
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Create and manage web pages, including content such as pictures and videos.
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Define business information and retention to standardize and automate content creation and management.
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Add and configure apps to make sites relevant to specific business requirements.
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Build processes with workflows.
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Customize security.
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Communicate using social tools, including newsfeeds and community sites.
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Work with search.
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Build business scenarios using combinations of the above techniques to solve real-world problems.
Prerequisites:
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to SharePoint 2016
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Overview: This module provides an overview of SharePoint 2016 and its capabilities for content management, web page creation, workflow automation, and business intelligence.
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Key Users: Discuss the different user roles in SharePoint, from site visitors to site collection administrators.
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Lessons:
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Lab: Navigate through SharePoint, upload documents, and add items to a list.
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Outcomes: Participants will be able to navigate SharePoint, describe its key features, and understand the different user roles.
Module 2: Creating Sites
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Overview: Discuss site hierarchy and planning considerations for effective site structure.
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Key Topics: Explore various site templates, navigation bar configuration, and applying custom themes.
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Lessons:
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Lab: Create and delete sites within SharePoint.
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Outcomes: Participants will understand site collections and use various site templates effectively.
Module 3: Creating and Managing Web Pages
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Overview: Learn how to build web pages using text, links, images, and web parts for dynamic content.
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Lessons:
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Lab: Create and update web pages, incorporating rich media.
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Outcomes: Participants will manage web page content and utilize publishing features effectively.
Module 4: Defining Business Information & Retention
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Overview: Establish file templates, automate processes, and manage business data.
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Lessons:
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Content Types
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Records Management
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Lab: Set up managed metadata and create site content types to ensure consistency.
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Outcomes: Participants will configure content types and manage records in SharePoint.
Module 5: Adding and Configuring Apps
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Overview: Learn to use apps for information storage and management within SharePoint.
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Lessons:
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Lab: Work with list and library apps to store and manage information.
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Outcomes: Participants will create and customize apps to meet business needs.
Module 6: Building Processes with Workflows
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Overview: Organize tasks and automate processes using workflows.
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Lessons:
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Creating Workflows
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Workflow Scenarios
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Lab: Create and run workflows to streamline operations.
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Outcomes: Participants will use workflows for approvals and feedback effectively.
Module 7: Customizing Security
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Overview: Manage site security and user permissions to safeguard information.
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Lessons:
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Lab: Configure site security settings based on organizational needs.
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Outcomes: Participants will understand and manage user access to sites and content.
Module 8: Communicating with Social Tools
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Overview: Utilize SharePoint’s social features to enhance collaboration among users.
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Lessons:
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Community Sites
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Newsfeeds
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Lab: Engage with social tools to improve communication and sharing.
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Outcomes: Participants will create and configure social tools for better collaboration.
Module 9: Working with Search
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Overview: Learn how to effectively locate information within SharePoint using search features.
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Lessons:
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Search Features
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People Search
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Lab: Use search functionality to find content quickly.
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Outcomes: Participants will describe search capabilities and utilize them to find information efficiently.
Module 10: Building Business Scenarios
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Overview: Apply the concepts learned in previous modules to create a SharePoint site tailored to business needs.
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Labs:
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Project Expense Claims
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Course Creation Process
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Outcomes: Participants will demonstrate their ability to solve business requirements using SharePoint components.