Introduction to Data Visualization with Tableau

This online course introduces students to Tableau Public (a free access version of Tableau) and Tableau Desktop. There are no programming skills required; students can get a free educational license for Tableau Desktop. Self-paced, guided learning path on Sakai (video inputs, exercises using the Tableau interface, multiple choice test), Q&A MCI Webinar.

Registration dates 01 February 2023 12 April 2023
Course dates 12 April 2023 30 May 2023
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Introduction to Data Visualization with Tableau

Learning outcomes

Knowing how to visualize data effectively is not only relevant for students but it is also a critical skill for many careers. Data visualization gives you a better understanding of the meaning of large amounts of data. For example, it helps you spotting trends or telling a convincing story to an audience – no matter if in a course presentation or your job.

Course content

  • Intro: Visualizing data effectively
  • Installing Tableau
  • Connecting to data (e.g. from Excel spreadsheets)
  • Using the interface
  • Creating first visualizations

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