About this course: In this first course of the specialization, you will discover just what data visualization is, and how we can use it to better see and understand data. Using Tableau, we’ll examine the fundamental concepts of data visualization and explore the Tableau interface, identifying and applying the various tools Tableau has to offer. By the end of the course you will be able to prepare and import data into Tableau and explain the relationship between data analytics and data visualization. This course is designed for the learner who has never used Tableau before, or who may need a refresher or want to explore Tableau in more depth. No prior technical or analytical background is required. The course will guide you through the steps necessary to create your first visualization story from the beginning based on data context, setting the stage for you to advance to the next course in the Specialization.
Who is this class for: This course is primary targeted for newcomers to data visualization with no prior experience using Tableau.
Created by: University of California, Davis
Taught by: Suk S. Brar, M.B.A., Lead Business Consultant
Blue Shield of California
Taught by: Govind Acharya, Principal Analyst
Budget and Institutional Analysis
| Basic Info | Course 1 of 5 in the Data Visualization with Tableau Specialization |
| Level | Beginner |
| Commitment | 4 weeks of study, 3-5 hours/week |
| Language | English, Subtitles: Portuguese (Brazilian) |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Getting Started & Introduction to Data Visualization
Welcome to this first module, where you will begin to discover the power of data visualization. You will define the meaning and purpose of data visualization and explore the various types of data visualization tools, beyond Tableau. You will install Tableau on your own device and create your first visualization.
6 videos, 2 readings
- Video: Course Introduction and Specialization
- Video: Introduction to Data Visualization
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Introduction to Data Visualization
- Video: What is Data Visualization and Why Do We Do It?
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Data Visualization Challenges
- Video: Tools for Data Visualization
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Visualization Tools
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Python and R
- Video: Installing Tableau
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Installing Tableau
- Video: Creating Your First Visualization
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Creating Your First Visualization (Activity)
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Interview with Dr. Ben Shneiderman (30 mins)
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Dr. Shneiderman's Key Elements
Graded: Introduction to Data Visualization
WEEK 2
Exploring and Navigating Tableau
With the last module, you were able to create your first visualization through guided practice. The secret to doing visualizations is really knowing the tool you will be using. For this module, you will explore and navigate the Tableau interface and be able to use specific tools as you begin your visualization journey.
5 videos, 1 reading
- Video: Exploring and Navigating Tableau Overview
- Video: Importing Visualizations
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Downloading a Visualization
- Video: Navigating the Tableau Public's Software - Part 1
- Video: Navigating the Tableau Public's Software - Part 2
- Video: Navigating the Tableau Public's Software - Part 3
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Navigating Tableau
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Additional Readings
Graded: Exploring and Navigating Tableau
WEEK 3
Making Data Connections
Creating visualizations require data and in this module, you will discuss the various data sources for visualization and specifically what can be used in Tableau. You will prepare your data and identify the types of data connections possible with Tableau. You will be able to connect and merge to multiple data sources which can help make your visualizations more powerful.
4 videos, 2 readings
- Video: Making Data Connections Overview
- Video: Preparing Your Data For Import
- Video: Primary Types of Connections
- Video: Connecting and Merging Multiple Data Sources
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Tableau Public Sample Data Sets
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Tips to Connecting to Data
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: TDE or Live? When to Use Tableau Data Extracts (or not)
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Tableau - Extract Your Data
Graded: Connecting to Multiple Data Sources
Graded: Making Data Connections
WEEK 4
Context of Data Visualization & Course Wrap-Up
Data visualization is about telling a story using data. However, before you can be successful at data visualization, you must understand the "who", "what", and "how" of data context. In this final module, you will be able to determine who your audience will be and what your relationship to them is. You will analyze a real world application of data context and be able to write out a visualization story based on data context.
5 videos, 1 reading
- Video: Context of Data Visualization Overview
- Video: The "Who, What, and How" of Data Visualization
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Resonate - Present Visual Stories that Transform Audiences
- Video: Illustration of the "Who, What, and How"
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Visualization of the Day Exercise
- Video: Context of Data Visualization
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Context of Data Visualization (Activity)
- Video: Course Wrap-Up
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Course Reflection
Graded: Storyboarding Your Visualization
Graded: Context of Data Visualization
FAQs
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Creators
University of California, Davis
UC Davis, one of the nation’s top-ranked research universities, is a global leader in agriculture, veterinary medicine, sustainability, environmental and biological sciences, and technology. With four colleges and six professional schools, UC Davis and its students and alumni are known for their academic excellence, meaningful public service and profound international impact.
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Ratings and Reviews
very well presented and a good difficulty curve. the trainer is very passionate
it should be more advanced
This was an exceptional introductory course in the world of Visualizations with Tableau. I'm excited to get into the follow-on courses within this concentration of study.
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