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Mathematics & Data Science · 🏫 University of Washington

University of Washington Youth & Teen Programs - Introduction to Data Visualization

Students will gain practical experience using industry-standard Tableau software and explore the integration of emerging AI tools in data visualization.

🔥 High School 🕒 2-week Virtual Camp Online Beginner-friendly

About this camp

This online course teaches high school students to interpret and present data effectively. Participants will learn how to use Tableau, a popular data visualization software, to create charts, graphs, maps, and other visual elements to organize information and tell a visual story. The curriculum covers fundamental design principles, different types of data visualizations, basic Tableau functionalities including chart types, color theory, and dashboards. Students will also learn design patterns for various kinds of information, how to evaluate and interpret visualizations, and how to integrate emerging AI tools with Tableau for automated data preparation, visualization recommendations, and enhanced storytelling with predictive insights. The course also explores how businesses and organizations utilize data visualization and the diverse career opportunities available in the field.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day involves engaging in learning core concepts of data visualization, exploring current applications, and working on hands-on projects using Tableau software.

Best suited for

This course is ideal for incoming ninth to twelfth graders who are familiar with Microsoft Excel and are curious about how data is transformed into visual stories.

What you'll learn

Fundamental design principles of data visualization Tableau software functionalities Chart types color theory and dashboards Evaluating and interpreting visualizations Integrating AI tools with Tableau Career opportunities in data visualization

Location

Virtual

Sponsored · Research Ignited

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