All Courses at the Faculty of Information
Below is the course directory, a searchable list of courses offered by the Faculty of Information, including course descriptions, pre-requisites, co-requisites and other relevant information.
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This course will introduce students to the foundations of evaluation, including using the logic model, program evaluation, data gathering, analysis and reporting. Examples of evaluation in a variety of information environments will be explored, including libraries, archives and museums as well as how evaluation is applied and practiced in information systems and design and user […]
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Data science is a fast-growing field and new tools and techniques are designed everyday to perform data analysis in quick and robust ways. This course covers the fundamentals of data science using the R language and environment for statistical computing and graphics. R is currently widely used by information students and data scientists from various […]
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Business processes are pervasive in our lives: in banks, telecommunication centers, webservices, and healthcare. Processes in organizations are there to make sure that the business goals are achieved in an efficient way with the highest quality of products and/or services. The field of Business Process Management (BPM) focuses on improving an organization’s performance by managing, […]
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This course (INF2164H — UX Research and Design for Video Games) examines the particular roles of User Experience Design (UXD) and User Experience Research (UXR) in video games and the video games industry. The course specializes in video games as interactive interfaces, introduces core video game concepts, discusses the role of UX in the video […]
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This course (INF2187H — Personal Recordkeeping and Private Papers) is a discussion of archival theories and methods of acquiring, appraising, arranging, describing, making accessible, and promoting the records of individuals and communities. Analysis of traditional and innovative archival theory and methodology will be grounded in an examination of the unique nature of personal records by […]
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The course (INF2185H — Libraries, Archives, Museums: Intersections and Tensions) will compare the traditions, theories, and perspectives of LAMs, focusing on: the evolution of LAMs from the early modern period to the present day LAMs as physical, symbolic and discursive spaces professional ethics and values across LAMs organization of knowledge in and across LAMs interpretation […]
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As we increasingly live in a networked world, studying data that is shaped in the form of networks becomes an essential part of the toolkit of information researchers and data scientists. Social network analysis is a structural perspective to study the social world that focuses on the relationships between actors rather than the characteristics of […]
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An understanding of disability studies and accessibility is crucial for designers and information professionals, as they play an important role in building systems that cater to a diverse range of individuals and communities. This course will introduce students to disability studies, accessibility, and inclusive design as relevant to design; the course does not require any […]
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INF2400H — Special Topics in Information: Storytelling with Data With the exponential growth of data in all aspects of our lives, the need to develop a meaningful narrative with the data is key to effective communication of findings. In this course, we will combine the art of storytelling with data science to develop an engaging […]
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Machine learning has recently become the dominant field in AI research and constitutes the main part of the tools applied in industry-based AI positions. Business analysts, data scientists and AI engineers are required to know machine learning at different levels. The course will give a broad high-level overview of state-of-the-art machine learning methodologies. We shall […]
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This course (INF2171H — Usability Assessment: Concepts, Methods and Tools) will introduce students to concepts related to usability, methods for conducting usability assessments, and tools used by usability professionals; it does not require any previous knowledge or experience in the area of usability. Although usability is most often associated with websites, desktop applications and mobile […]
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INF2402H — Special Topics in Information: Data Governance in a World of Big Data Data Governance is about formally managing critical data throughout the organization and making sure organizations derive value from it. Data Governance is a critical component for organizations leveraging data science and analytics to provide data-driven insights to their clients and consumers. […]
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Archival imperialism: An analysis of racial hierachy in the Six Day War files
Tamara Rayan
From forests to formulas: Contextual examination of composers’ sources, materials, and practices involving creative insight
Sam Rowlandson-O’Hara
Analyzing organizational processes in machine learning projects: Exploring modeling approaches
Rohith Sothilingham
Attitudes and barriers design professionals face in creating inclusive digital projects for older adults
Humaira Tasnim
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“Archival representation” refers to the principles, processes, tools, and systems associated with the arrangement and description of archival documents. Building on INF1331H, this course (INF2188H — Advanced Arrangement and Description: Archival Representational Practices) aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of arrangement and description as evolving and socially constructed representational practices. Note: For second […]
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Administrative intelligence: Exploring balanced Human-AI decision-making relationships in Canadian administrative contexts
Michael Dockstator
Negotiating citizenship: Mediatized migration and the Canadian data border
James Duncan
Modeling for social network privacy design
Zhuoran Jiang