Earth Science, GEOG = 0140
5120. Research in Physical Geography. 3 hours. Study of physical processes manifest at or near the earth's surface. Topics will focus on atmosphere, hydrologic, geomorphic, and tectonic processes and associate phenomena. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
5150. Water Resources Seminar. 3 hours. Topics will be considered from ecology, ground water hydrology and fluvial geomorphology. Special consideration will be given to energy flows within the watershed, and the economic, political, legal and ecological consequences of ground water depletion. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
5170. Map-Air Photo Analysis and Remote Sensing. 3 hours. Evaluation and interpretation of maps and aerial photographs, including infrared imagery and remote sensing techniques.
5400. Environmental Modeling. 3 hours. (2;2) Modeling of environmental processes and human impacts on the environment to include topics on sensitivity, calibration and evaluation, watersheds, non-point source pollution, hydrological models, GIS, water and air quality models, pollutant transport and fate, and ecotoxicology. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of department.
5500. Introduction to Geographic Information Systems. 3 hours. (2;2) Introduction to the concepts of computer-based spatial data handling, known as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. Presents the concepts of GIS in a general way utilizing several GIS packages and hypothetical GIS problems. Prerequisite(s): consent of department.
5520. Intermediate Geographic Information Systems. 3 hours. (1;2) Step-by-step approach to GIS database construction and maintenance, spatial data integration and analysis, and cartographic presentation. Topics include the toolbox approach of modern systems, advanced spatial data models and structures for vector-based GIS, commonly used map projections and coordinate systems, design and implementation of a GIS project, and the assembly of GIS functions for complex tasks. Prerequisite(s): GEOG 5500 or consent of instructor.
5550. Advanced Geographic Information System. 3 hours. (1;3) Advanced spatial analysis through the use of specialized computer software and the design and development of spatial data bases. The course includes project planning, database development, data manipulation and analyses, cartographic output and project presentation. Prerequisites: GEOG 3050, 4500 or consent of the department.
5560. Visual Programming for Geographic Information Systems. 3 hours. (1;2) Modern GIS embraces the concept of open systems, which mean GIS software can be customized to fit specific requirements of individual implementation environments. To meet the high demand of this kind, this course introduces basic concepts and skills of object-oriented programming and GIS customization. Software design and implementation for spatial data visualization, database query, graphical user interface (GUI) customization, and function module integration. Prerequisite(s): GEOG 5500, 5550 or consent of instructor.
5700. Global Dynamics. 3 hours. (2;2) Biosphere-geosphere models on a global scale. Topics include past global changes and climate variability, assessing impacts of global change, dynamic biogeography, interdisciplinary approaches, economics and policy issues, and applications of GCM, GIS and remote sensing. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of department.
5900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours. Research by graduate students in fields of special interest. Prerequisite(s): consent of department.
5960. Geography Institute. 3 hours. For students accepted by the university as participants in special institute courses. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
Regional Science, GEOG = 0140
5110. Research Design and Geographic Applications. 3 hours. Themes in geographical research, application of scientific method in spatial problem-solving and analysis.
5130. Research in Human Geography. 3 hours. Study of spatial and ecological relationships with cultural, demographic, political, economic and social forces shaping human settlement patterns. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
5190. Advanced Quantitative Techniques. 3 hours. Application of advanced statistical procedures including multivariate techniques to analysis of point and areal patterns and spatial data. Prerequisite(s): GEOG 3190 or consent of department.
5210. Seminar in Urban Geography. 3 hours. Study of current perspectives on geographic inquiry as they relate to metropolitan development and change; the economic, social and political production of space; economic restructuring; segregated spaces; spatial conflicts; corporate and urban hierarchy; urban physical environment. Prerequisite(s): either ECON 4650, GEOG 4210, PSCI 4020 or SOCI 3300.
5600. Seminar in Environmental Policy. 3 hours. Analysis and evaluation of environmental policy, including spatial, historical, economic, ecological and institutional dimensions of contemporary resource management issues.
5900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours. Research by graduate students in fields of special interest. Prerequisite(s): consent of department.
5950. Master's Thesis. 3 or 6 hours. To be scheduled only with consent of department. 6 hours credit required. No credit assigned until thesis has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Continuous enrollment required once work on thesis has begun. May be repeated for credit.
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