SRC Excel and Power BI in 10 WeeksDesigned and taught by Philip McClelland

SRC learner course

Build reliable data skills, one decision at a time.

Build the essential Excel foundations, then use Power BI every week to turn the same skills into interactive reports. Every practical step tells you exactly where to click, what to enter and what result proves it worked.

Complete the Week 0 readiness checkOpen the course handbookCheck email, Excel, Power BI and how to email your weekly assignment before Week 1
Know every clickFollow an exact route, action, expected result and repair step.
Build, do not just watchRecordings are optional support; the guided builds, checks and explanations are the course.
Check before moving onKnown totals and QA steps catch mistakes early.
Practise independentlySwitch on practice mode, reveal hints gradually and prove each Power BI result.
Keep every step beside youOpen any week and select Print / download plan to see every task, hint, expected result and email checklist on one page.

Course support

Know where to submit work and when to ask for help.

Email your weekly workSend the completed files and evidence to [email protected]. Put the week number, your name and SRC student number in the subject, attach every required file and keep your own copy.
Weekly support eveningSupport runs one evening each week from 6:30–10 pm. Book a published slot in My Course, or email your tutor, at least two hours beforehand.
Start with supportAttending the first support session is advised, especially if Power BI Desktop or course files are new to you.

Power BI interface guidance

Updated November 2026.

Pane names can vary across Power BI Desktop versions. Every route names the control and the result you should see, so use the expected result to confirm you are in the right place. Each week also adds one evidence item to your Power BI portfolio.

Your 10-week pathway

Choose a week

Weeks are designed in order, but you can reopen any lesson at any time.

Search all lessons, terms and downloads

A good learning habit

Do not chase perfection on the first attempt.

Pause, make the mistake visible, use the checkpoint, repair it and explain what changed. That process is the skill.