GEOG 6480

This course focuses on the use of raster and vector-based geographic information systems to analyze spatial data. Topics include overlay, spatial interpolation, multi-criteria evaluation, least cost pathway determination, digital elevation models and surface analysis, and network analysis. This course requires familiarity with numerical methods and computer operations. Offered in conjunction with GEOG*3480. Extra work is required for graduate students. [Department(s): Department of Geography Environment and Geomatics][Restriction(s): Restricted to MA, MSc and PhD Geography and Master of Data Science students. Credit may be obtained for only one of GEOG*6480 or GEOG*3480.]