Visualization and Design

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Overview

Subject area

DATA

Catalog Number

73000

Course Title

Visualization and Design

Description

This course covers fundamentals of data visualization and graphic design. We willstudy and practice common visualization techniques for a single and multiplevariables, quantitative and categorical data, networks, spatial and temporal data.Students will also learn the key principles of modern design as they apply to design of static, animated and interactive visualizations, data-centric publications, maps, and other common types of data design. The principles cover use of form, proportion, color, composition, design grids, basics of typography, hierarchical organization of information, systematic use of design variables, rhythm, and design patterns. Finally, students will be also introduced to the fields of user experience and user interaction that today underlie professional interaction design.

Typically Offered

Offer as needed

Academic Career

Graduate School Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

030893

Course Schedule