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DS 130 – Data Visualisation
DS 130 - Data Visualisation

  • SEMESTER UNITS:

    6

  • PREREQUISITE:

    DS 120

Course Description

This course teaches participants storytelling, communication, design, visualization, dashboards and reports for data. Participants will use Microsoft Power BI to build data models, create new features, and craft interactive dashboards and reports that will enable them to convey insights, provide actionable recommendations, foster collaboration, influence stakeholders, engage others in the data process, and build trust. It covers data modeling, DAX calculations, report and dashboard design, and data transformation techniques. The course covers the basics of importing, connecting, and managing data from various sources, executing complex calculations, and creating interactive reports and dashboards. It also covers Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), analyzing data patterns and identifying trends. The course emphasizes practical application and real-world scenarios, ensuring participants develop the skills and confidence to tackle data analysis challenges in their professional roles.

Course Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the significance of formatting in data
    visualization and storytelling, and presentation design
    in conveying information effectively.
  • Create and utilize calculated columns in Power BI using Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) to execute complex data calculations and enhance reporting
    capabilities.
  • Describe the various ways in which aggregation can
    be achieved in Power BI.
  • Discuss the design principles and practices of
    creating effective reports and dashboards.
  • Describe Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) and know
    the key approaches to gain insights into data.
  • Identify the key components of a data story and their
    relevance in data analysis and communication.
  • Apply effective communication techniques to convey
    insights derived from data analysis.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of different data
    visualization methods in conveying complex information.