GEOL 5402

GEOL 5402 Interdisciplinary Geographical Information Systems (3-3). This course is designed to introduce the concepts of computer- based spatial data handling, referred to Geographical Information systems (GIS). The interdisciplinary approach focuses on bringing students from diverse academic backgrounds together in a team effort to learn the fundamentals of GIS, including data sources, input, and analysis, and presentation of results. It is recommended that the student have completed an introductory class in one of the following: geology, biology, natural resource management, archeology, geography, or criminal justice. This graduate version of the class will require a term research project, preferably related to thesis project. Prerequisite: Computer proficiency required. Lab fee: $8

Fall 2023