Application of coordinate systems and geocoding, vector and raster data structures, algorithms for the analysis of surfaces, error modeling, and data uncertainty to environmental issues. Digital image processing using a raster geographic information system. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between people and the physical process. An analysis is made of the human perception of disasters as well as preparedness and recovery planning. Emphasis is placed on the role of technology in altering natural processes and how society copes with the increasing risks posed to life, limb, and property.
Population growth leads to increased levels of resource depletion.
Human population dynamics are analyzed and an examination is made of the relationships among human population dynamics, resource depletion, and pollution. An examination is made of the urban environments. Consideration is given to the urban environmental problems. An introduction to the management of water resources with an emphasis placed upon water supply, water demand, water delivery system, water quality control for municipalities and industries, and the use of water for recreation. Economic theory is not emphasized, except as necessary for the investigation of geographic patterns of resource utilization and the dynamic interactions of human, economic and physical environments.