Data Analysis and Visualization

This course will introduce students to the foundations of data visualizations – the graphical representation of information and data. We live in a world surrounded by ever-increasing amounts of information in the form of data. Converting this raw data into a visual form that communicates effectively involves data analytics and information visualization. Using data to communicate effectively requires information and visualization literacy. By the end of this course, students will have a working knowledge of the historical, cultural, social, economic, political, and ethical contexts of data analytics and visualizations. Students will explore perspectives and research from the fields of art/design history, theory, and visual culture. Additionally, students will study the way visualization has been used historically and is currently being used, in a variety of industries to tell compelling narratives.

Fall, Spring

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