ENVS 375 Exploring Places Through Imaging

Provides an opportunity for students to develop a solid understanding of advanced theories and analytical methods in Geographic Information Science. It will build on the techniques learned in the Introduction to GIS & Remote Sensing class (ENVS 265) by exposing the student to more advanced methods in developing and utilizing GIS data. Prerequisite: ENVS 265

Credits

4

Outcomes

1. Sharpen research report writing skills.
2. Accumulate external data, and then integrate this data using Geography, Graphical Information Systems, Remote Sensing, and Cartography to interpret, and formulate a plan or a conclusion.
3. Use vocabulary in the areas of Geography, Graphical Information Systems, Remote Sensing, and Cartography to communicate and understand concepts in this area.
4. Think spatially and determine how it pertains to Tribal and Cultural needs.
5. Examine the Electromagnetic Spectrum and how it can reveal information about the earth's surface using different bands in the Spectrum from satellite and other sources.
6. Use ArcView and other software to evaluate and display data.