AudienceThis course is designed for individuals interested in learning the skills necessary to create visually engaging diagrams, maps, and drawings using graphical elements in Microsoft® Office Visio® 2013 to make information easier to comprehend.

DescriptionUpon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Identify the basic elements of Visio and their use.
  • Create a workflow diagram.
  • Create an organization chart.
  • Make a floor plan.
  • Create a cross-functional flowchart.
  • Create a network diagram.
  • Style a diagram.

PrerequisitesTo ensure success, participants will need to be familiar with using personal computers, should have experience using a keyboard and mouse, and be familiar with Microsoft Office Windows user interface.

Suggested Class SizeMinimum 3
Maximum 12

Course LengthFull day

Table of ContentsLesson 1: Getting Started with Visio 2013
Topic A: Navigate the Visio Environment
Topic B: Use Backstage Commands
Topic C: Save a File

Lesson 2: Creating a Workflow Diagram
Topic A: Use Drawing Components
Topic B: Modify a Drawing
Topic C: Callouts and Groups

Lesson 3: Creating an Organization Chart
Topic A: Create a Basic Organization Chart
Topic B: Modify an Organization Chart

Lesson 4: Making a Floor Plan
Topic A: Make a Basic Floor Plan
Topic B: Model a Room Layout

Lesson 5: Creating a Cross-Functional Flowchart
Topic A: Create a Cross-Functional Flowchart
Topic B: Format a Cross-Functional Flowchart

Lesson 6: Creating a Network Diagram
Topic A: Network Diagrams
Topic B: Use Shape Data
Topic C: Use Layers

Lesson 7: Styling a Diagram
Topic A: Shape and Connector Styles
Topic B: Themes and Variants
Topic C: Use Containers