ENVS-655 Environmental Geographic Information Systems (3)


Geographic Information Systems (GIS) hardware and software are commonly used to map and analyze the drivers and implications of deforestation, urbanization, flooding, air/water/soil pollution, environmental health disparities, and myriad other spatial-environmental phenomena. In this course, students enhance their theoretical and technical knowledge of GIS through analysis and cartographic representation of socio-environmental issues. The course primarily uses ArcGIS Pro, with emphasis on spatial modeling and Model Builder. Crosslist: ENVS-455 . Grading: A-F only. Note: Open to both new and intermediate GIS users; material is presented quickly, and students should be self-motivated to seek technical assistance. 

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