GEOG330 Computer Skills in Geographic Research Examination of the applications of computer technologies in geographyic study. Covers the use of mainframe and personal computers in statistical analysis, computer mapping, and in the preparation and editing of bibliographic and text materials. GEOG332 Advanced Cartography Cartographic methods with emphasis on compilation and design techniques for maps and modern methods of map reproduction. GEOG335 Geographic Information Systems Introduction to the fundamental concepts of GIS technology and the utilization of spatial data for solving geographyic problems. Raster and vector approaches to spatial processing are examined.
Special emphasis is given to raster based systems.
Remote Sensing Descriptive interpretation of remote sensing images from ground, aerial, and space platforms. GEOG339 Computer Mapping Introduction to the uses of computers in the design and construction of maps. Topics include digitizing tasks, the organization and utilization of mapping software, and the production of computer drawn maps. Climatology Comprehensive study of climatic phenomena, with emphasis on global heat and water balances, synoptic, and applied climatology, and paleo - climatology. GEOG350 Soils Study of basic soil characteristics, processes, and classifications with focus on the practical application of soil information to land use problems.