Back to Catalog

Tableau: Fundamentals

Premium
BeginnerCourse

Gain hands-on experience with Tableau Public, mastering data visualization fundamentals and creating interactive dashboards. Learn to implement relationships between data tables, apply Tableau calculations, and enhance user interaction.

Language

  • English

Topic

  • Business Intelligence

Skills You Will Learn

  • Data Analysis, Tableau (Business Intelligence Software), Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Visualization

Offered By

  • SkillUpEdTech

Estimated Effort

  • 3 weeks

Platform

  • SkillsNetwork

Last Update

  • April 22, 2025
About this Course
By completing this course, you'll gain the expertise to excel in data visualization using Tableau Public and position yourself for success in real-world data projects. 
 
You will learn: 
  • Master Tableau fundamentals, from importing and exploring data to visualizing complex data sets. 
  • Implement relationships between data tables and leverage Tableau calculations for in-depth analysis and insights. 
  • Create dynamic, interactive dashboards and apply best practices for effective data visualization. 
  • Craft compelling Tableau stories, using real-time data updates and customization for optimal storytelling in data visualization. 
  • Develop skills in organizing visual elements and applying design principles to create professional, interactive dashboards. 
  • Learn to utilize Tableau Public as a Business Intelligence (BI) tool for analyzing and visualizing data. 
 
Course Overview 
 
As the demand for data professionals grows across industries, this course offers practical, hands-on experience with Tableau Public, one of the leading data visualization tools. You will progress from understanding Tableau’s core features to importing, exploring, and visualizing data. 
 
The course covers the full range of Tableau’s capabilities, from basic visualizations to real-time data integration, empowering you to create insights-driven visual stories. You’ll learn how to apply best practices in data storytelling and dashboard design to present data in a meaningful and engaging way. 
 
Throughout the course, you will participate in practical exercises based on real-world scenarios to ensure that the knowledge you gain is aligned with the skills employers are seeking.  
 
By the end of the course, you'll be ready to build a professional portfolio that demonstrates your proficiency in Tableau and your ability to tackle data visualization challenges in various industries. 
 
If you’re ready to unlock the full potential of Tableau for data visualization and analysis, enroll today! 


Course Syllabus

Module 0: Welcome 
  • Video: Course Introduction 
  • Reading: General Information 
  • Reading: Learning Objectives and Syllabus 
  • Reading: Grading Scheme 
Module 1: Introduction to Tableau 
  • Reading: Module 1 Introduction and Learning Objectives 
  • Video: Introduction to Tableau 
  • Reading: Tableau Products and Key Features 
  • Lab: Sign Up for Tableau Public 
  • Video: Download and Install Tableau Public 
  • Video: Importing Data into Tableau 
  • Video: Navigating the Tableau Interface 
  • Lab: Importing and Exploring Data in Tableau 
  • Practice Assignment: Practice Quiz: Tableau Fundamentals 
  • Video: Data Cleaning Techniques in Tableau 
  • Video: Creating Basic Visualizations 
  • Video: Saving, Exporting, and Sharing Your Work 
  • Lab: Cleaning Data and Creating Visualizations in Tableau 
  • Practice Quiz: Module 1: Introduction to Tableau 
  • Reading: Module 1 Summary: Introduction to Tableau 
  • Graded Quiz: Introduction to Tableau 
Module 2: Customizing Visualizations, Creating Dashboards and Stories 
  • Reading: Module 2 Introduction and Learning Objectives 
  • Video: Enhancing Visual Appeal with Customization 
  • Video: Creating and Customizing Advanced Visualizations  
  • Video: Empowering User Interaction with Filters and Highlighting 
  • Lab: Crafting Interactive Visualizations in Tableau 
  • Video: Principles of Dashboard Design in Tableau 
  • Video: Organizing Visual Elements on Dashboards 
  • Video: Creating Interactive Filters and Parameters 
  • Reading: Using Parameters for Interactivity 
  • Reading: Best Practices for Dashboard Design in Tableau 
  • Lab: Designing Interactive Dashboards in Tableau 
  • Video: Real-Time Data Updates and Refresh Options 
  • Video: Principles of Story Creation in Tableau 
  • Video: Creating Stories in Tableau 
  • Hands-on Lab: Creating a Simple Story in Tableau 
  • Reading: Best Practices for Stories 
  • Video: Enhancing and Customizing Stories 
  • Hands-on Lab: Customizing a Story in Tableau 
  • Practice Assignment: Practice Quiz: Creating Effective Stories 
  • Reading: Module 2 Summary: Customizing Visualizations, Creating Dashboards and Stories 
  • Graded Assignment: Graded Quiz: Customizing Visualizations, Creating Dashboards and Stories 
Module 3: Final Project and Final Quiz  
  • Reading: Final Project Overview 
  • Reading: Final Project – Hands-on Lab: Working with the World Happiness Report in Tableau Public 
  • Peer-Graded Assignment: Final Project: Peer-Graded Assessment 
  • Review Your Peers: Final Project: Peer-Graded Assessment 
  • Graded Assignment: Final Quiz 
  • Reading: Congratulations and Next Steps 
  • Reading: Thanks for the Course Team 

Recommended Skills Prior to Taking this Course

No prior Tableau experience is required. This course is suitable for both beginners and data professionals looking to enhance their visualization skills. 

Instructors

IBM Skills Network Team

Administrator

IBM Skills Network

Read more