Prerequisite: Admission to Bachelor of Science in Design - Visual Communication Design program; or permission of instructor.

Keywords: Information design, information visualization, data visualization, research, design strategies

How can you conduct and implement primary research, including data collection, filtering, and analysis, in the field of information design?
What methods can be used to discern patterns and relationships in both quantitative and qualitative small-sized data sets through visualization?
How does the process and practice of data/information design apply to both 2D and 3D print-based mediums as well as digital platforms?
What are the key principles for creating compelling visual representations of data that effectively communicate a story?

Overview

Objectives

• Conduct primary research, data collection, data filtering, and data analysis
• Discern patterns and relationships in small-sized quantified and qualified data with visualization methods (Syllabus DSN 4153 3)
• Understand the process and practice of how data / information design applies to 2D and 3D print-based mediums and digital mediums
• Create compelling visual representations of the data and information that tell a good story
• Familiar with the technological, social, and practical aspects of information design and data visualization from history to the present
   

Required Technology

• Computer: Mac or PC (with basic computer and web-browsing skills)
• CarmenCanvas
   

Course Organization

Sample Coursework

• Reading or podcast assignments
• Attendance and participation required