Microsoft Visio Professional Introduction

1 Day
Version 2003 (View Version 2007 Agenda)

Course Description

This instructor-led, hands-on course teaches students the skills needed to create any kind of diagram using Visio. In this course you will create a directional map, a block diagram, a basic and a cross-functional flowchart, an organization chart, and an office layout. As you create these drawings, you will learn techniques to drag and manipulate Visio master shapes, create connections between shapes, and apply styles to shapes, text, and pages.

Prerequisites

This course is designed for users that are new to Microsoft Visio or are self-taught. In order to successfully complete this course, we recommend that you first take Softek’s Introduction to Windows course or have equivalent knowledge. You should feel comfortable using a mouse and have a working knowledge of the Windows environment.

Is this the right level for you? Please contact our office at 202.682.4500 if you have any questions.

An Overview of Visio

Viewing Templates and Opening Documents

Vision Window Elements

Scrolling and Zooming

Using the Pan and Zoom Window

Collapsing Windows

Basic Skills: Creating a Directional Map

Using Stencils

Saving Files

Manipulating Shapes

Adding Text to Shapes

Changing the Stacking Order

Basic Diagram Skills

Duplicating Shapes

Numbering Shapes

Grouping Shapes

Aligning Shapes

Distributing Shapes

Applying Styles

Flowcharts

Connecting Shapes

Working with Page Styles

Creating Cross-Functional Flowcharts

Organization Charts

Creating an Organization Chart

Using the Organization Chart Data Wizard

Floor Plan

Creating an Office Layout

Drawing Scale