GeoPhoto: Imaging Technology and Visualization Certificate

Students use photography to examine and build an understanding of place. Students use photography to interpret, analyze, and criticize specific locations. Students consider the efficacy of art making in projecting solutions, taking activist stances and creating a new understanding of their surroundings.

Introduces the concepts and applications of computer-based spatial data handling, known as geographic information systems (GIS) technology. Illustrates the essential methods of GIS and its applications in fields including geography, business, administration, planning and environmental science. Students gain application skills via a series of practical exercises illustrating problem-solving strategies using up-to-date GIS software packages.

Data structures needed to enable data analytics. Exploratory data analysis (EDA) and exploratory spatial data analysis (ESDA) to analyze complex, unstructured datasets. Transform data into information using geospatial and other data visualization tools.

Approaches to digital image analysis and processing. Includes topics on photo interpretation, information extraction from remotely sensed imagery for use in a variety of disciplines, including environmental and ecological science.

Beginning photographic materials, techniques, software and digital cameras. Assignments, lectures, demonstrations and critiques expose students to the necessary tools for creative image making and expression using photography. Students will gain technical competencies with DSLR cameras, Adobe Lightroom, and Inkjet printing.