Issues of statistical computing and software. Basic Calculus background is required but no prior statistical knowledge. The variogram as a tool for modeling spatial correlation, variogram estimation and modeling, introduction to spatial mapping and prediction with kriging, integration of remote sensing and other ancillary information using co-kriging models, spatial uncertainty, introduction to geostatistical software applied to large environmental, climatological and reservoir engineering ddatabases, emphasis on practical use of geostatistical tools. Either of both of GES 160 and GES 161 may be taken. This course is intended as a general introduction to geostatistics from a practical point of view.
Students work on various datasets and learn how to use geostatistical tools.
The mathemtaical development is limited.