Module 1: Introduction to Process Diagrams and Progress Charts
Process diagrams and Progress charts may sound similar, but the steps involved in creating them and the type of information they communicate are vastly different. Our first section introduces you to the definition and key characteristics of Process diagrams and Progress charts, as well the distinctive characteristics and applications which differentiate them.
Module 2: Creating a Wireframe and Selecting the Appropriate Process Diagram or Progress Chart to Effectively Communicate Information
Understanding the information available is key to determining whether a Process diagram or Progress chart should be created, as well as the type of chart to be created and the information to be included in it. In this section, you will learn how to develop a wireframe by processing available information. You will then learn how to select the most optimal diagram type to visualize the wireframe, as well as identifying key elements to be included in the diagram.
Module 3: Recognize Good and Bad Design Practices when Creating Process Diagrams
Design principles are often overlooked in favour of efficiency when creating Process diagrams. This results in diagrams which lack clarity and do not effectively captivate the audience’s attention. This section introduces you to good and bad Process diagram design principles. Through case studies, you will gain a better understanding of design principles which work and design mistakes which should be avoided when creating Process diagrams.
Module 4: Understand and Create the Building Blocks for a Process Diagram
While Process diagrams may seem complex to create, each segment can be deconstructed into basic building blocks. This section examines the fundamental components which make up a Process diagram and enables participants to discern between need-to-have and nice-to-have components in the Process diagram they create. You will also learn how to analyse the wireframe to create the skeleton for a Process diagram with precision.
Module 5: Recognize Standard Symbols used to Represent Information in Process Diagrams
While the mix of rectangles, circles, and triangles, used to create Process diagrams may seem abstract, each shape provides the audience with deep insight on the various stages in the diagram. In this section, you will be introduced to universally recognized symbols used in Process diagrams and their accompanying functions. You will also learn how to apply these shapes efficiently to the skeleton of the Process diagram you have created.
Module 6: Apply Best Design Practices to Shapes and Elements used to Create Process Diagrams
Creating Process Diagrams in PowerPoint enables you to have full control over the aesthetic style of the diagram you have created. This section explores various design considerations which can be applied to the created Process diagram to make the content stand out more. You will learn how to apply Colour theory and corporate branding guidelines to the diagram created to present content in a clear, intuitive, and aesthetically appealing format.
Module 7: Simplifying the Wireframe Copy to Present Process Descriptors Concisely
A key challenge when working with Process diagrams is fitting text descriptions for each process within the shapes in a Process diagram. In this section, you will learn how to simplify text to fit into Process diagrams. We will also apply typography best practices to keep text concise in Process illustrations.
Module 8: Create Unique Process Diagrams with Web-based Media Sources
While Process diagrams with Standard Symbols may resonate with corporate audiences, they may not be as easily understood if viewed by public audiences. This section introduces you to approaches for visualizing Process diagrams for a public audience. You will learn how to utilize web-based resources to jazz up the visual aesthetic of Process diagrams, along with best practices in applying them.
Module 9: Understand and Create the Building Blocks for a Progress Chart
While Progress charts seem to have many components, each one serves a key purpose in communicating information to the audience. In this section, we look at the basic blocks which are used to create Progress charts. You will also learn how to analyse the wireframe to create the basic outline of a Progress chart.
Module 10: Recognize Symbols used to Represent Information in Progress Charts
While symbols are not a requisite in Progress Charts, their inclusion makes the chart more easily understandable for audiences. This section explores symbols which are used to represent common events or activities (i.e., a Tick to represent completion), as well as how they can be integrated when creating the chart.
Module 12: Simplifying the Wireframe Copy to Present Progress Descriptors Concisely
A key challenge when working with Process charts is fitting text descriptions within each Progress bar. In this section, you will learn how to simplify text to fit into Progress chart fields. We will also apply typography best practices to keep text concise in Progress illustrations.
Module 13: Create Unique Progress Charts with Web-based Media Sources
While Progress charts may resonate with corporate audiences, they may not be as easily understood if viewed by public audiences. This section introduces you to approaches for visualizing Progress charts for a public audience. You will learn how to utilize web-based resources to jazz up the visual aesthetic of Progress charts, along with best practices in applying them.
