Introduction to Data & Information Visualization

When: April 12 – May 9, 2027 (4 weeks)

Where: Online, asynchronous (see more info)

Cost: $165

CE Credit: 1.4 CEUs / 14 LEUs

Program #: 3335

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This course teaches you how to create effective visualizations of complex information and data.  

You will learn new ways to display data and how to apply fundamental principles of graphic & UX design and human cognition to choose the most effective data display methods for different contexts. We will explore how to avoid common pitfalls in data and information display. 

This course also teaches you how to create useful visualizations of information to communicate effectively to a wide variety of audiences.  

Practical knowledge on displaying information, using common data visualization tools, and creating effective data displays is covered.  

Learning Outcomes

• Familiarize yourself with the basics of data and information visualization 
• Turn complex data into easy-to-understand visuals 
• Analyze the unique strengths and weaknesses of words and visuals and how to display each 
• Understand the basics of graphic design principles 

Course Audience

This is a broad introductory-level course for anyone interested in learning how to effectively present complex and dense data in an understandable format.  The course is open to anyone in any industry. 

Required Materials

There will be no required materials needed for this course. Reading materials will be all publicly available. Additionally, the instructor will suggest some free tools for data visualization, but they will not be required.