Introduces students to the use of computer-based Geographic Information Systems for the management and analysis of spatial data for map production. Topics include vector and raster data structures, spatial data acquisition, geo-referencing, spatial interpolation, overlay analysis, and modelling. Students obtain practical experience with Geographical Information Systems through a series of exercises. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 2 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): GEOG 222; or 99 credit units of University course work; or permission of the instructor.
Introduces students to the use of computer-based Geographic Information Systems for the management and analysis of spatial data for map production. Topics include vector and raster data structures, spatial data acquisition, geo-referencing, spatial interpolation, overlay analysis, and modelling. Students obtain practical experience with Geographical Information Systems through a series of exercises. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 2 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): GEOG 222; or 99 credit units of University course work; or permission of the instructor.
