Online Class: Microsoft Visio 2013

Learn how to use Visio like a pro in our instructor-supported, self-paced course complete with clearly written directions and HD Video.

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  • 12
    Lessons
  • 14
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 323
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Microsoft Visio 2013 is a program used to create simple and complex drawings of all types and for all purposes.  Visio can be used to create diagrams, flowcharts, maps, floor plans, and more.  Unlike the basic diagram functions found in other Office programs, Visio gives you the ability to create accurately scaled drawings and add detailed data, not just randomly sized shapes and text labels.

This course will teach you how to:

·    Navigate Visio 2013 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 2013, 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 including navigation and continuing on to more advanced features.  You do not need to have access to MS Visio 2013 to take or complete this course. However, it is recommended.

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.58 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(219 votes)

Lesson 1. Visual Solutions: Exploring the Power of Microsoft Visio 2013

11 Points
Visio 2013 lays the foundation for anyone to become an adept user, equipping them with skills to create sophisticated diagrams through an engaging, step-by-step curriculum, replete with graded exercises and real-world applications. As students progress, they harness Visio's advanced functions to map workflows and improve strategic decision-making across various sectors.
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2. Visio's Ribbon Interface: Gateway to Enhanced Productivity

10 Points
Navigating Visio's Ribbon interface revolutionizes software navigation, bringing sophisticated tools into an intuitive, efficient layout. As each tab organizes commands into functional categories, users can streamline their design process with ease and precision.
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3. Elevating Diagram Creation: Master Visio 2013 Tools and Techniques

10 Points
In Visio, shapes are the fundamental elements of narrative diagrams, with their precise alignment achieved through dynamic grids. Users can enhance productivity with techniques like shape duplication, ensuring symmetry and consistency across projects.
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4. Harnessing the Power of Text in Visio

10 Points
Visio templates and stencils provide a structured approach to design, allowing you to efficiently map out complex concepts without starting from scratch. This capability to tailor existing frameworks for specific needs is essential for making impactful visual communications in various contexts.
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5. Harnessing Visio's Power: From Simple Shapes to Data-Driven Designs

10 Points
Visio transcends basic diagramming by empowering users to seamlessly embed data in shapes, transform visuals with intricate details, and enrich projects with comprehensive data integration features. This lesson reveals how converting simple illustrations into multifaceted, interactive designs enhances information management and descriptive storytelling across industries.
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6. Unraveling Complex Processes with Visio's Flowchart Capabilities

10 Points
Visio 2013's capability to produce flowcharts and organization charts serves as a strategic asset in operational management. By employing templates ranging from simple to advanced, users can communicate intricate workflows and organizational structures effectively and efficiently.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. Artful Alignment: Harnessing the Tools of Precision

10 Points
Master the art of creative precision with Visio 2013, where each shape, line, and color serves as a building block for innovative and captivating visual storytelling. From alignment and spacing to themes and line styles, these features bring life to your drawings, infusing them with both clarity and charm.
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. The Art of Turning Information into Insight with Visio

10 Points
Discover the powerful synergy of data visualization and customization in Visio 2013, where diagrams can reflect real-time analytics through intelligent data mapping and refreshing processes. Transform data complexity into visual clarity by creating hyperlinked diagrams that offer a holistic view of operations while enabling quick access to crucial external resources.
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. Printing and Sharing Diagrams

10 Points
Knowing how to properly print or share the diagrams and flowcharts you create will be just as important as knowing how to create them.
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: 8900265aa53653zz.png
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. The Art and Science of Diagramming: Enhancing Communication through Visio

10 Points
A network diagram visually outlines the connections and interactions of devices within a network, significantly aiding in troubleshooting and planning. The lesson walks through crafting basic network diagrams in Visio, using stencils and shapes to build a comprehensive map.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam

Lesson 11. Transforming Data into Stories with Visio 2013

10 Points
The art of creating data graphics in Visio includes leveraging icon sets and color codes to communicate data insights swiftly. Users are taught to adapt and manage these visuals as projects evolve, ensuring clarity and consistency in data portrayal.
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam

Lesson 12. Visual Clarity with Containers

65 Points
Visio 2013's integration features allow users to connect diagrams with external data sources, creating dynamic, real-time updates that enhance diagram relevance and utility. By incorporating storytelling into diagrams, users transform technical visuals into compelling narratives that resonate with audiences.
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
176
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what Microsoft Visio 2013 is and why it is useful in the workplace.
  • Demonstrate navigating and creating diagrams with Microsoft Visio 2013.
  • Demonstrate working with text and basic drawings in Visio.
  • Demonstrate creating flowcharts and organization charts in Visio 2013.
  • Demonstrate working with data, printing, and sharing diagrams with Visio 2013.
  • Demonstrate creating network and rack diagrams.
  • Demonstrate creating data graphics and using containers and callouts in Visio 2013.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Microsoft Visio 2013
Course Number: 8900265
Lessons Rating: 4.58 / 5 Stars (219 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: Enroll in this course from any U.S. state, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The course is also accessible to learners in English-speaking countries such as the UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, and South Africa.
Last Updated: September 2023
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.5 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

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