BIFX 548 Data Visualization
Prerequisite: BIFX 551 or permission of the instructor.
Basic knowledge of programming in R is required. Data visualization is a sub-area of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Students will learn the theories and tools of data visualization. This course covers the basic theories of data visualization, such as data types, chart types, visual variables, visualization techniques, structure of data visualization, navigation in data visualization, color theory, cognitive theory, and visualization evaluation. Various frameworks for data visualization will be used such as ggplot in R and Tableau.
Offered
Fall Semester