Online Class: Microsoft Visio 2016

Name: Microsoft Visio 2016
Price: 95.00 USD

Both the beginner and seasoned Visio user can benefit from this course, starting with the basics of the program and continuing on to more advanced features.

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Hours
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CEUs

Course Description

Microsoft Visio 2016 is a program used to create diagrams and drawings of all types and for all purposes. Unlike the basic diagram functions found in other Office programs, such as Word or Excel, Visio offers advanced drawing and diagram functions that can be useful for almost anyone, from home based users, to businesses, and including people such as architects and interior designers.

This course will teach you how to:

· Navigate Visio 2016 so you can find what you need, when you need to use it.

· Work with stencils and shapes to create diagrams, flowcharts, rack diagrams, and more.

· Add text labels to shapes and text headers to drawings.

· Enter detailed data into shapes and customizing the data.

· Insert images into drawings.

· Work with layers and grouped shapes.

· Create flowcharts, organization charts, and swimlane diagrams

· Validate flowcharts and diagrams to check for errors.

· Customize drawings with themes, variants, and special effects.

· Print and share diagrams.

· Visualize your data in your drawings with data graphics.

· Work with containers and callouts to add structure to your drawings.

· And more.

This course will teach you how to successfully use MS Visio 2016, no matter if you've ever used the program before or not. Both the beginner and seasoned Visio user can benefit from this course, starting with the basics of the program and continuing on to more advanced features. You do not need to have access to MS Visio 2016 to take or complete this course. However, it is recommended.

What to Expect from This Course

This course was designed to teach you how to successfully use MS Visio 2016, no matter if you've ever used the program before or not. Both the beginner and seasoned Visio user can benefit from this course, starting with the basics of the program and continuing on to more advanced features. You do not need to have access to MS Visio 2016 to take or complete this course. However, it is recommended.

We've broken this course down into multiple lessons to make it easier for students to study and practice the program. Each lesson details different features of Visio 2016 and provides step-by-step instructions on how to use them. At the end of each lesson, you will find a lesson exercise and lesson assignment.

The lesson exercises were designed to test you on the material presented in that lesson. Lesson exercises are graded; therefore, they are mandatory. Lesson assignments give you a chance to practice what you've learned in the lesson by using Visio 2016. These are optional and do not affect your grade, but it is encouraged that every student tries to complete them.

There is also a course project included with the course. As with lesson assignments, the course project is optional. It was created to help you tie everything you will learn in the course together, and use those skills to create a complete presentation. You will find instructions for the course project after lessons four, eight, and twelve.

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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:

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Lesson 1: Visio 2016 Essentials

9 Points

Visio 2016 is a versatile diagramming software ideal for creating everything from workflow and network diagrams to architectural drawings and timelines, offering enhanced features beyond what is available in other Microsoft Office tools. This course systematically introduces all of Visio's features and practices, providing exercises and projects to consolidate students' understanding and skills. Additional lesson topics: Microsoft Visio Step By Step; What's new in Visio

Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Motives for Taking this Course
Assessment: Exam 1

Lesson 2: A Comprehensive Guide to the Visio 2016 Ribbon and Toolbar

10 Points

Adapting to a tablet interface is simplified with the Touch/Mouse Mode, increasing button spacing for easier command accessibility. Meanwhile, Visio incorporates the 'Tell Me' tool that aids in swiftly executing tasks by offering direct suggestions and shortcuts as queries are entered, eliminating the need for traditional help searches. Additional lesson topics: Tutorial for Visio

Lesson 2 Video
Assessment: Exam 2

Lesson 3: Align, Move, and Connect Shapes in Visio

10 Points

Visio 2016 facilitates diagram creation by employing a dynamic grid for alignment and connection through lines, enhancing layout organization. Users also explore AutoConnect, Quick Shapes, AutoAdd, and AutoDelete for efficient diagram development. Additional lesson topics: Use the Shapes window to organize and find shapes; Find more shapes and stencils; A beginner's guide to Visio

Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: Exam 3

Lesson 4: Invisible and Visible Shape Grouping Essentials

10 Points

Visio shapes gain an advanced structural dimension through grouping and container features, allowing for collective manipulation and easy management. The lesson provides insight into the applications and differences between invisible groups and visible containers, which aid in better presentation and workflow. Additional lesson topics: Review and add comments to Visio diagrams; Shape protection

Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Exam 4

Lesson 5: Visio Text Basics

10 Points

Effortlessly add text to Visio drawings using familiar Office tools, facilitating seamless text application on shapes and pages. This guide explores text positioning, the usage of text boxes, and enhancements through ScreenTips and comments for a cohesive drawing experience. Additional lesson topics: Add, edit, move, or rotate text in Visio

Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Exam 5

Lesson 6: Elevating Your Visio Diagrams: Beyond Basic Drawings

10 Points

The fusion of visuals and data in Visio 2016 offers users an innovative edge over conventional drawing tools, with Shape Data enabling detailed, context-rich diagrams. This lesson walks through the mechanism of infusing shapes with precise data attributes and configuring master shapes for repeated use.

Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: Exam 6

Lesson 7: Effortless Data Linking with Quick Import

9 Points

Visio 2016 enhances the user experience by providing straightforward data linking capabilities that connect shapes to critical information from external databases. Hyperlinking to websites and documents adds versatility, positioning Visio as a powerful tool for interconnected data and process visualization. Additional lesson topics: Add data to shapes; Formatting Shape Data in Visio

Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Exam 7

Lesson 8: Mastering Image and File Insertion in Visio 2016: A Comprehensive Tutorial

10 Points

For online images in Visio, use Bing or connect social media accounts like Facebook and Flickr, ensuring image licensing compliance. OneDrive also offers easy image imports, with Visio treating imported content similar to rich Office integrations but lacking connection points. Additional lesson topics: Insert pictures into a Visio diagram; Create an organization chart automatically from employee data

Lesson 8 Video
Assessment: Exam 8

Lesson 9: Flowcharts and Organization Charts 101

10 Points

In this lesson on Visio 2016, students move beyond the basics to construct sophisticated diagrams such as flowcharts and organization charts, employing techniques like dynamic connectors and grids for precision and clarity. From swimlane diagrams that allocate process accountability to complex hierarchical charts, the course equips users with tools to visually articulate and organize business processes effectively. Additional lesson topics: Create a cross-functional flowchart; Microsoft Visio Tutorial; Add swimlanes to a flowchart

Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: Exam 9

Lesson 10: Creating Comprehensive Network Diagrams with Visio 2016

10 Points

A network diagram in Visio involves placing and resizing shapes like Ethernet, server, and printer components, using the basic template for diagram creation. After connecting these components, further details like linking data and organizing the diagram are possible.

Lesson 10 Video
Assessment: Exam 10

Lesson 11: Comprehensive Guide to Shape Customization: From Aesthetics to Alignment

5 Points

In Visio, the Dynamic Grid and alignment tools streamline the task of positioning and spacing shapes accurately. Enrich your diagrams using themes and Quick Styles, personalized with various fill colors, line modifications, and the addition of artistic effects. Additional lesson topics: Change the drawing scale

Lesson 11 Video
Assessment: Exam 11

Lesson 12: Mastering Data Graphics in Visio 2016

10 Points

Lesson Summary 2: This lesson delves into the creation of data graphics in Visio 2016, offering a way to represent shape data visually through text, data bars, icons, and color coding. By mastering these techniques, you can augment the aesthetic and informative value of your drawings, making underlying data visible. Additional lesson topics: Edit a master shape; Create, save, and share custom stencils; Format a shape in Visio

Lesson 12 Video
Assessment: Exam 12

Lesson 13: A Comprehensive Guide to Printing and Sharing Visio Diagrams

73 Points

Harness Visio 2016's features to print, share, and convert diagrams into different file formats, including JPEG and web pages. Learn how to utilize Visio Viewer for broader access and maintain privacy by managing hidden data.

Lesson 13 Video
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Reasons for Taking this Course
Assessment: Exam 13
Assessment: The Final Exam

186

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe what MS Visio is and what its capabilities are.
Recognize how to perform basic navigation techniques in Visio.
Demonstrate working with shapes.
Demonstrate creating invisible and visible structure in drawings.
Demonstrate working with text.
Demonstrate inserting images and other files into visio 2016.
Demonstrate creating flowcharts and organization charts.
Demonstrate creating network and rack diagrams.
Demonstrate creating data graphics.
Summarize printing and sharing diagrams.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Microsoft Visio 2016

Course Number: 9770437

Lessons Rating: 4.80 / 5 Stars (437 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Category:

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Availability: This course is offered online and is accessible in every state across the U.S., including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Learners in English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and South Africa can also enroll.

Last Updated: February 2024

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars