Geography 242Q Geographic Data Analysis Four credits. An introduction to the use of quantitative methods in conducting research, with particular emphasis on the processing and analysis of geographic data. Assisted Cartography Four credits. This course satisfies a Q and a C requirement. Introduction to numerical cartography and review of standard computer-assisted mapping programs.
Emphasis is given to data compilation for machine presentation of cartographic information.
Exercises will introduce students to a variety of input and output display media. Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Four credits. Topics include history of the field, components of a GIS, the nature and characteristics of spatial data, methods of data capture and sources of data, database models, review of typical GIS operations and applications. Laboratory exercises provide experience with common computer-based systems. Geography 248 Applications of Geographic Information Systems Four credits.