GEO - Geography
Advanced methods and theories concerning the field of cartography including: cartographic communication and visualization, digital map compilation and multivariate data representation. Prerequisites:
GEO 303.
Credits
3(2-2)
Fundamentals of GIS and its applications in environmental, social and economic analysis (for non-geography majors only). This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisites: GEO 203 or senior standing or graduate standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Advanced techniques of geospatial analysis, with applications in social and environmental systems. Prerequisites:
GEO 303, 308; or
GEO 501; STA 282 or 382 or
BIO 500.
Credits
3(2-2)
Concepts and practice of professional mapping technology including 2- dimensional ComputerAided Design (CAD), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), and integration between technologies. Prerequisites:
GEO 203QR, 303, 308; or
GEO 501.
Credits
3(2-2)
Applications of active and passive remote sensing to investigate patterns and processes of the environment. Prerequisites:
GEO 303, 308; or
GEO 501. Prerequisites/Co-requisites: STA 282 or 382 or
BIO 500.
Credits
3(2-2)
Experience in field research techniques and knowledge of regions outside the United States. International travel is required. May be repeated one time only. Prerequisites: 6 semester hours of 300 level or higher Geography course.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Statistical techniques for solving spatial problems. Descriptive and inferential spatial statistics. Spatial pattern analysis. Regression modeling with spatial data. Prerequisites:
GEO 303, STA 382.
Credits
3(2-2)
Spatial data visualization and analysis using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with emphasis on application to social sciences, planning, public policy, and business research. Prerequisite:
GEO 303 or
GEO 501.
Credits
3(2-2)
Topics include shoreline development, resource use, economic development strategies, social issues, and land use change through contemporary and historical perspectives in the Great Lakes region. Prerequisites:
GEO 105 or GEO 120;
GEO 350 or
GEO 395.
Credits
3(3-0)
Characteristics, processing, and applications based on advanced remote sensing systems including imaging radar, thermal and hyperspectral systems. Prerequisites:
GEO 508 and STA 382.
Credits
3(2-2)
GIS model design and implementation as directed towards environmental issues. Raster data models, concepts, structure, functions, examples, and modeling capabilities are explored. Prerequisites: GEO 203, 303 and 305; or
GEO 501. Recommended:
GEO 503.
Credits
3(2-2)
This course provides students comprehensive understanding of land use issues, processes and solutions. The course integrates innovative planning concepts with advanced analytic tools. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: GEO 530.
Credits
3(3-0)
For teachers who want to upgrade their knowledge of geography, experiment with new teaching techniques, and learn how to make professional in-service presentations to teachers. Graduate credit only. Prerequisites: Three years teaching experience and/or permission of instructor.
Credits
3(3-0)
Practices and procedures utilized by professionals in the implementation and maintenance of large-scale GIS operations. Prerequisites:
GEO 503 or Graduate Status in the MS GISci Program.
Credits
3(3-0)
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Credits
1-6(Spec)
Experiences in applying geographic techniques to environmental analysis, resource management, and business applications. Up to 3 hours of internship credit can be applied to the geography/earth science major. A full-time internship position for one semester may qualify for 12 hours of credit. Prerequisite: permission of program advisor.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Exploration of topics in geography agreed upon by student and instructor. Course may be taken for credit more than once, not to exceed nine hours. Prerequisites: At least 6 hours of Geography credit at the 400 level or above, permission of instructor.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Theories and techniques for map-centered representations of information, with an emphasis on dynamic and multidimensional geospatial data. Prerequisites:
GEO 500, 503, 508.
Credits
3(2-2)
Design and implementation of GIS applications using high level programming languages. Prerequisites:
GEO 503 or admission to the MS GIS program.
Credits
3(2-2)
Selected topics on the theory and application of advanced image processing and data analysis. Prerequisite:
GEO 508.
Credits
3(2-2)
Formulating research questions, reviewing literature, designing research methodology, and communicating research results in Geographic Information Sciences. Prerequisites: Two of the following:
GEO 500, 503, 508, 512.
Credits
3(3-0)
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
Storage, management, and retrieval of geospatial data in the desktop and enterprise environments. Design and implementation of geospatial databases. Prerequisites:
GEO 503, 508.
Credits
3(2-2)
Directed research on advanced topics in Geographic Information Sciences. A prospectus of the proposed research project must be approved prior to registration. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: Arrangements must be made with supervisor or project supervisor prior to registration.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
A written thesis and oral department seminar on the thesis research. Registration requires Plan A thesis prospectus on file in the Geography Department office. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: Thesis prospectus must be approved by the department chairperson prior to registration.
Credits
1-6(Spec)