Unit

School Of Humanities And Communication Arts

Data VisualisationWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 102269.2

Discipline: GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIES

Student Contribution Band: 2

Level: 3

Credit Points: 10

Assumed Knowledge
Students should have at least moderate skills in producing documents or illustrations using Photoshop and Illustrator.

Prerequisite
101922 Web and Time-based Design OR 102264 Graphic Design: Process and Practice

About this Unit
We live in an era of data. The designer's role is increasingly one of structuring and transforming data into accessible and meaningful information. In this unit students will be introduced to basic techniques for the visual representation of data. This unit covers both how to design successful charts, maps, and diagrams, as well as how to use these graphics to compose cohesive storytelling pieces. Students will also discuss both practical and theoretical issues when visualising data, and how Graphic Design and Interactive Design principles apply to the visualisation of information. Students will learn how to design basic infographics and mock ups for interactive visualisations, and they will develop skills to start producing compelling and elegant infographics and data visualisation.

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1838.2Bachelor of Creative IndustriesCURRENT
1839.1Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Creative IndustriesCONTINUING
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1841.2Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Creative IndustriesCURRENT
1842.1Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Creative IndustriesCONTINUING
1842.2Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Creative IndustriesCURRENT
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Specialisations

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