Spark! Data Visualization X-Lab Practicum

CDS DS 594

  • Digital/Multimedia Expression
  • Oral and/or Signed Communication
  • Writing-Intensive Course

Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CDSDS 310 & CDSDS 122 & CDSDS 121). - The Data Visualization X-Lab Practicum offers students an opportunity to learn data visualization skills through course and project-based work. Projects will be completed on a schedule that aligns with topics being covered in class and assignments. This course provides an accurate experience of solving real-world problems with data visualization, and the various tradeoffs that need to be considered. Whether it's how to efficiently use color and space, effectively understand the profile of a dataset or cautiously avoid bias, this course will provide students with a solid understanding of applicable data visualization practices. Effective Fall 2024 fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Digital Medial Expression, Oral and/or Signed Communication, Writing-Intensive Course.

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 Chamberas CDS 164 TR 3:30 pm-4:45 pm 20 seats reserved for CDS students. All restrictions removed on May 1s

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A2 Chamberas NO ROOM W 11:15 am-12:05 pm

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A3 Chamberas NO ROOM W 4:40 pm-5:30 pm

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A4 Chamberas NO ROOM F 12:20 pm-1:10 pm

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 Chamberas CDS B64 TR 3:30 pm-4:45 pm All seats reserved for CDS undergraduate students until December 1st.

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A2 Chamberas NO ROOM W 11:15 am-12:05 pm

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A3 Chamberas NO ROOM W 4:40 pm-5:30 pm

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A4 Chamberas NO ROOM F 12:20 pm-1:10 pm

Note that this information may change at any time. Please visit the MyBU Student Portal for the most up-to-date course information.