GEOG 2510 A (CRN: 14390)

Geography: Geog Info:Cncpts & Applic (A)

3 credit hours

About GEOG 2510 A

Systematic approach to important geographical concepts (including distance, shape, scale dispersion) structured around the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) as an analytical tool. Credit not awarded for both GEOG 2510 and ANTH 2825 or NR 2430. Prerequisite: A Catamount Core WIL1 course.

Notes

Credit not awarded for both GEOG 2510 and ANTH 2825 or NR 2430. Prerequisite: A Catamount Core WIL1 course Must also register for lab section GEOG 2510 A01 or A02 PACE students with permission and override

Section Description

This course explores the nature and analysis of spatial data. Intended to develop both a conceptual and practical understanding of geographical problems, the course builds on basic principles to investigate approaches to spatial data acquisition, representation, and analysis. Topics covered in the course relate to fundamental themes in geospatial sciences, including concepts of location, scale, representation, proximity, and spatial contingency. Students will apply concepts and gain technical skills through computer-based mapping and analysis projects utilizing Geographic information systems (GIS) and related technologies. We will also explore key problems in the application of this technology, including error, uncertainty, classification, and privacy. At the conclusion of this course, students will be familiar with cartographic and analysis tools available in GIS software, have an appreciation of the many applications of this technology, and be able to critically assess the limitations of representing geospatial phenomena using GIS.

Section Expectation

willingness to engage weekly in in-person active learning in a computer lab setting

Evaluation

weekly reading quizzes and lab assignments, one exam, final project

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