This course is an introduction to data management, analysis, and visualization using the R programming language. Class topics and examples will have an emphasis on problems in environmental science (both natural and social science examples). The course is broken down into three sections: 1. Working with Data, 2. Statistics and Modeling, and 3. Advanced Topics Classes will consist of short introductions to new concepts followed by hands-on computing exercises using R. No backgroundin programming is required. Students are encouraged to bring their own laptop, either Mac or PC, to this course.