Spatial Analysis
GPHY 345
300-Level Courses
3 Units
In-person
4
one-way Exclusions
One 2-hour lecture & one 2-hour lab per week
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Course Description
An in-depth exploration of the spatial analysis techniques used in vector GIS. The analysis of geographic primitives of points, lines, areas and surfaces in the context of applications drawn from geography, biology, planning and related disciplines. Emphasis is placed on the use of current GIS software in a hands-on environment.
Learning Outcomes
- Explore the basic interface structure of different functions, operations, and tools in ArcGIS.
- Understand the structure and functions of geodatabases and know how to set up a geodatabase to store geospatial information for different applications.
- Understand different vector-based functions and extensions including network analysis, facility location, spatial pattern analysis, and retail marketing applications.
- Gain hands-on experience in the use of GIS techniques and software to collect, organize and analyze spatial data and perform different spatial analysis for decision making of various applications.
Assessments
Subject to Change
- Lab assignments: 40%
- Quizzes: 30%
- Seminar and project proposal presentation: 10%
- Final project report: 15%
- Class participation and discussion: 5%