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Visio forIT Professionals 1 & 2

Visio for IT Professionals 1 & 2

01403 754233 [email protected] networkscentre.com @

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ContentsContents 1.

Welcome to Networks Centre Training Academy 2.

Course Information 5.

Squaremile CECs 6.

Course Overview 3 - 4.

BICSI APPROVED ADTP TRAINING CENTRE

Networks Centre Training Academy - Company Profile & How to Find Us 7.



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Welcome toNetworks Centre Training Academy

The course is ideal for Visio users who are familiar with the software, but are looking for a greater understanding of it.

Delegates will have the opportunity to plan and create diagrams utilising spreadsheet data. Create floor plans to show power usage as well as manipulating shapes on a page, advanced stencils and exporting data into correct formats.

The course aims to equip delegates will the skills and knowledge to apply Visio design consistently for teams who rely on system documentation.

Upon completion, delegates will be able to demonstrate an intermediate understanding of Visio design.

We look forward to welcoming you at the Training Academy soon.

Kind Regards,

Keith SawyerTechnical Services Director

Thank you for taking an interest in ourVisio for IT Professionals 1 & 2 course.

The 2 day course will help delegates unlock hidden features, like data driven diagrams and othertechniques to reduce time wasted when creating and updating Visio diagrams.



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Course Overview Visio for IT Professionals 1 & 2

Our Visio for IT Professionals Course (1 & 2) are designed for network engineers who are involved in creating, maintaining or working with infrastructure diagrams covering IT systems.

Delegates will learn about creating diagrams linked to spreadsheet data and linking shapes todocuments or web pages, enabling them to confidently create a floor plan to show data centrecabinet power usage, capacity, function and more. The two day course is ideal for managers and IT specialists who require comprehensive understanding of the Visio software.

It is recommended delegates are familiar with Visio and have previously used the software.

Upon successful completion ofVisio for IT Professionals, delegates will qualify for 14 BICSI CECs.

DO IQUALIFY FOR BICSI CECs?

Square Mile enables IT departments and networkprofessionals to improve the delivery of IT services and reduce operational costs. The company offers training courses which target improvement and process driven areas. Square Mile enables organisations to make strategic and planned changes which improve internalprocesses.

Networks Centre is working in conjunction with Square Mile by offering the Visio for IT Professionals (1&2) and Visio for Data Centre Managers (1&2).

Who are Square Mile? IT Service Provider for IT and Network Specialists



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Day 1 Module 1 - Visio Versions and Comparisons+ Standard vs. Professional and 2007 vs. 2010 vs. 2013 Module 2 - Revision of Basics within Visio+ Manipulating shapes on a page+ Aligning and distributing shapes efficiently+ Using static and dynamic glue+ Adding, deleting, moving connector points

Module 3 - Working with Visio Pages+ Adding pages, naming, ordering & deleting pages+ Background pages, creating and applying layers

Module 4 - Working with Text + Working, maneuvering text in shapes+ Working with the text block tool+ Uniform text formatting for different shapes

Module 5 - MS Office Integration+ Exporting drawings into other MS Office applications+ Saving drawings to view on the web

Module 6 - Stencils & Templates+ Review and use of IT stencils+ Customising stencils and adding new shapes+ Save and distribute customised stencils+ Creating & customising templates + Sizing shapes

Session 1 - Practical Session + Data centre diagrams+ Building on data centre diagrams+ Basic floor and rack diagrams + Cabling diagrams

Day 2 Module 7 - Drill Downs & Hyperlinks+ Creating and working with drill downs+ Creating hyperlinks

Module 8 - IT Infrastructure Diagrams+ Layout, organising and information display+ Choosing the right shapes

Module 9 - Custom Properties and Shape Data+ Adding, changing and deleting data fields+ Linking to Excel and databases

Module 10 - Data Graphics+ Creating and using data graphics+ Customising and copying between files

Module 11 - Advanced Stencils and Templates+ Creating layers and using layers+ Using images in stencils

Module 12 - Shape Reporting+ Producing reports+ Using Excel for reports

Module 13 - Visio Integration+ Automating diagram creation and update+ Team-based working

Session 2 - Practical Session + LAN / SAN / WAN networks + Software and system architecture + Servers and hosts, ITIL service mapping+ Advanced floor and rack diagrams




Course Information Our Visio Design for IT Professionals course enhances delegates knowledge of Visio designservices and techniques to improve workflow. Delegates will be able to demonstrate an advancedunderstanding of the package through theory and practical exercises.

The instructor is on hand to review any diagrams during the course and to suggest ways toimprove them.

+ Overview of Visio design software + Exporting Visio design floor plans with MS integration + Advanced stencils and templates+ Visio reporting + Excel and database linking + Practical demonstrations

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Course Description Duration Fee

Visio for IT Professionals 1 & 2 2 Day Course (9am - 5pm) £950 + VAT

Programme Schedule

Quick Info

What will I learn? Delegates will be introduced to anintermediate level of Visio design with thefocus on creating data-driven diagrams.

Who should attend the course?Anyone involved in the creation and maintenance of IT systems, operational teams andIT managers.

How long is the course? The 2 day course provides delegates with an advanced knowledge of Visio design. The first day looks at Visio design basics, with the focus on establishing existing skills and best practice.

The second day will cover advanced techniques delegates can adopt including custom properties, shape data and data graphics.



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Square Mile CECs

Square Mile CECs – Visio for IT ProfessionalsSquare Mile specialises in providing delegates with industry leading accreditations that reflect best practice and evolving technology. Visio for IT Professionals provide a comprehensiveoverview of the Visio software. The accreditations meets standards set by BICSI, qualifying for BICSI CECs upon completion of the course.

BICSI CECs ProgrammeSquare Mile’s Visio for IT Professional course provides delegates with 14 BICSI CECs.BICSI Continuing Education Credit (CECs) scheme is designed for network professionals tomaximise the training resource available. This ensures delegates continue to expand theirknowledge base through consistent application and assignments.

Why are continuing education credits required?+ To document professional development activities during certification renewal period+ To demonstrate that individuals are staying abreast of developments in a rapidly changing industry.+ To add value, validity and credibility to the registration designation

For more information on BICSI CECs, please email [email protected] or call01403 754233.



How to find us:

Networks Centre is one of the UK’s leading Distributors of end-to-end Network Infrastructure offering a range of services and solutions:

+ Data Centre Solutions + Wireless & Security

+ Enterprise Networks + CISCO Solutions

+ Industrial Connectivity + UPS Systems

+ Intelligent Infrastructure + Test & Measurement

+ Training Services + Hire & Lease

Networks Centre Training Academy is based in Broadbridge Heath near Horsham, West Sussex. We’re 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport and an hour from London.

Our Head Office address is: Head Office, Lawson Hunt Industrial Park, Broadbridge Heath, West Sussex, RH12 3JR

Travelling by road Networks Centre is located in Broadbridge Heath near Horsham in West Sussex.

For Sat Navs use postcode RH12 3JR.

Travelling by train Horsham has direct links from London Victoria, Brighton and Gatwick Airport. Once at Horsham station, take a short taxi ride to Networks Centre Training Academy.

Networks CentreCompany Profile

For more information visit www.networkscentre.com or call us on 01403 754 233.

We’re here to help!Networks Centre Training Academyhas a dedicated Customer Service team who can advise on hotel bookings and local services.

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