Course Details

This Tableau Starter Course is the ideal entry point for absolute beginners looking to dive into data visualization. If you’ve never used Tableau before, don’t worry — we’ll start from the ground up.

You’ll learn what Tableau is, why it’s a game-changing tool in business intelligence, and how to set it up properly. No need to get lost in all the versions — I’ll guide you through installation step-by-step.

The best part? Our Accelerator Program gets you hands-on fast. You’ll apply what you learn immediately by building your first dashboards and charts, even as a total beginner.

By the end, you’ll feel confident using Tableau and excited to move forward with your learning journey.

  • Pre-requisite Knowledge / Skills

    This course is designed for complete beginners with no prior experience in Tableau or business intelligence. If you can navigate basic computer functions, you’re good to go. All concepts are introduced gently, with a focus on building confidence and hands-on familiarity from the start.

  • Software Requirements

    You'll need a computer with internet access and the ability to install software. We’ll walk you through downloading and installing the correct version of Tableau Desktop, including whether to use the Public or Trial version. All setup instructions and product selection help are included in the course.

  • Course Outcomes

    By the end of this course, you’ll understand what Tableau is, how to install and use it, and how to create your first dashboards. You’ll gain the confidence to explore more advanced features and apply Tableau in real-world projects, personal analytics, or professional roles.

Course Curriculum

    1. Introduction - Who I am, Job Availability, IT Industry and Salaries

    2. Quick Demo of Tableau can do

    3. Tableau Environment and How the Pieces fit Together

    4. How much does Tableau actually Cost?

    5. FREE Tableau for Teachers and Students

    6. Tableau Public Download and Online Site

    7. Issues with Installation?....Try installing a Previous Version

    8. Tableau Certification - 3 Levels

    1. Welcome to the Accelerator Program

    2. Loading your Data Set for the First Time - 2 Methods

    1. Your very first Bar and Column Chart

    2. Line Charts - Discrete vs Continuous

    3. Pie Charts

    4. Formatting Bar Charts and Pie Charts

    1. Running Total for Line Chart

    2. Running Total - CrossTab

    3. I'd love to hear what you think

    1. How to Create your First Dashboard

    2. How Do I get my Dashboard out of Tableau

    3. Publishing to Tableau Public

    1. Your First Assignment

    2. Assignment Answers (Part 1)

    3. Assignment Answers (Part 2)

Course Details

  • 24 lessons
  • 2.5 hours of video content
  • Ideal for beginners
  • Visualization Basics
  • Apply Knowledge Immediately

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