Spatial Analysis

Catalog description

Focus will be the analysis of spatial data, culminating in an applied research project. For this intermediate level course, it is expected that students have successfully completed an introductory course in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students will learn the theory and practical application of spatial analysis methods for a variety of disciplines. The methods applied in this course include, but may not be limited to, geoprocessing, overlay analysis, spatial statistics and interpolation, terrain modeling, and map algebra. These methods will be applied to analyze contemporary social and environmental problems.