The Tableau Desktop Certified Associate Exam (DA-104) is designed for individuals who have a comprehensive understanding of Tableau Desktop and want to validate their skills in using Tableau's core features. This certification demonstrates your ability to connect to and prepare data, explore and analyze data, and share insights through dashboards and visualizations.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Connect to Data Sources:

   • Understand different data connection options.

   • Connect Tableau to various types of data sources.

   • Use joins, unions, and data blending techniques.

2. Prepare Data:

   • Clean and shape data for analysis.

   • Understand data types, hierarchies, and metadata.

   • Utilize calculated fields and table calculations.

3. Explore and Analyze Data:

   • Build basic and advanced visualizations (e.g., bar charts, line charts, scatter plots, maps).

   • Use filters, groups, and sets to segment data.

   • Perform complex analyses using parameters, trend lines, and reference lines.

4. Share Insights:

   • Create interactive dashboards and stories.

   • Utilize actions to enhance interactivity.

   • Understand best practices for sharing and publishing workbooks.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Data analysts and business intelligence professionals.

• Individuals preparing for the Tableau Desktop Certified Associate Exam.

• Anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Tableau Desktop.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of data visualization principles.

• Familiarity with basic Tableau functionalities is recommended but not required.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Tableau:

   • Overview of Tableau Desktop.

   • Navigating the Tableau interface.

2. Connecting to Data:

   • Connecting to different types of data sources.

   • Understanding joins, unions, and data blending.

3. Data Preparation:

   • Data cleaning and shaping techniques.

   • Creating and using calculated fields.

4. Building Visualizations:

   • Creating basic charts and graphs.

   • Advanced visualization techniques.

5. Advanced Analysis:

   • Using parameters and sets.

   • Applying table calculations.

6. Dashboards and Stories:

   • Designing interactive dashboards.

   • Creating and sharing stories.

7. Exam Preparation:

   • Overview of the Tableau Desktop Certified Associate Exam format.

   • Sample questions and practice tests.

Certification Exam Details

• Format: Multiple choice and hands-on questions.

• Duration: 2 hours.

• Passing Score: 70% or higher.

• Validity: 2 years.

Resources Provided

• Course materials and handouts.

• Access to practice datasets.

• Sample questions and mock exams.

Conclusion

Upon completion of this course, participants will be well-prepared to take the Tableau Desktop Certified Associate Exam (DA-104) and apply their Tableau skills in real-world scenarios. This certification can enhance career opportunities and demonstrate proficiency in data visualization using Tableau.