Students are expected to visit here frequently and explore the resources available, as well as read specific links we refer to in class. It focuses on principles and methods of spatial analysis and their application to urban and environmental issues. The course emphasizes both GIS analysis and the infrastructure needed to operationalize GIS analytical capability in various planning settings. Students learn GIS design, geocoding, geo-spatial data structuring and processing through applications to selected planning questions. The course explores raster and vector systems.
Emphasis is given to data integration and modeling, visualization, and web interface.
Case studies will be presented to highlight data limitations and organizational complexities. This site reflects my own opinions, not those of others linked throughout.