GEOG 404 - GIS Analysis

Description:
This course development of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) use; emphasis is placed on analysis of geo-spatial datasets. Lecture and practical applications. GEOG 404 and GEOL 404 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments

Learner Outcome	Activity (optional)	Assessment
Demonstrate ability to use GIS software to create and model solutions to problems.		Lab exercises, in-class assignments, exams
Demonstrate ability to define, analyze, and solve a particular geographic problem.	Acquire data from online sources, create a custom GIS database, research a problem, apply analysis tools, and produce output.	Exercises through the quarter will build sequentially to a final, individualized project.
Ability to apply geospatial analysis to knowledge from the disciplines of Geography, Anthropology, Biology, Geology, and/or Computer Science.		Lab exercises, in-class assignments, exams
Demonstrate knowledge of computer-based skills using modern GIS software.		Lab exercises, in-class assignments, exams
Recall and integrate knowledge gained through lecture, labs, reading, and software skills		Lab exercises, in-class assignments, exams