Basic Data Visualization with Tableau
The earner of this badge is able to use data visualization tools and techniques to interpret and communicate data. The earner understands fundamental concepts of data visualization and use of Tableau capabilities for charting, trending, table calculation and mapping. The earner can apply Gestalt principles of visual design to visual communication and information design to develop and present their own analysis with Tableau.
Additional DetailsEarning Criteria
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Complete the Introduction to Data Visualization with Tableau course from UC Davis Division of Continuing and Professional Education and meet attendance requirements for the course (80%+ attendance).
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Complete the portfolio project for this course with passing grade from the instructor (80%). The portfolio project is a data visualization using Tableau.
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Portfolio project includes the following criterion: Appropriate for the audience. Design is aesthetically pleasing, uncluttered, good use of color contrast, and represents data appropriately. Sophisticated use of color, shapes, and sizes to communicate new information. Effective use of Gestalt design principles. Visual enhances the overall communication of the data to the user with appropriate balance of function and design.
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Required use of table calculations. Required use of calculated fields. Required use of data source connections. Required use of data table merges. Required use of filters and/or parameters. Demonstrates clear understanding of data, analyses, charts and results.
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Planning for the project and presentation of the project includes the following criterion: Write up of the project is concise and for the intended audience. Write up demonstrates clear understanding of project, analyses, and results.