GEOL 234 - GIS for Natural and Social Sciences

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4NS, QFR

This course is designed to introduce students from a wide variety of backgrounds to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which are used to analyze spatial data by natural and social scientists, non-profits, environmental managers, businesses, government agencies, and more. Students will learn to solve interdisciplinary spatial problems through hands-on use of ArcGIS software. Using the principles of cartography, students will also learn to design maps and use visualizations to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences. Through exercises and a self-designed project, students are encouraged to explore environmental, political, archaeological, geological, sociological, and economic topics through spatial analysis.

Enrollment Limit: 16
Instructor: Staff

Prerequisites & Notes: Not appropriate for students who have completed GEOL 235 or the GIS Winter Term.