GEOG 317
Analytical Cartography
Geography
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Geocoding, spatial data representation, spatial algorithms, and map based transformations.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Data structures and algorithms
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to express simple data structures and algorithms in computer code. These data structures and algorithms will be illustrative of either raster or vector GIS.
Title
Object oriented methods
Learning Outcome
When given a simple geographic problem specification, students will be able to create computer methods and classes that address the problem or meet the specification.
Title
Problem solving
Learning Outcome
When presented with a problem amenable to the application of geographic computer programming (intermediate level difficulty), students will design and implement a software system including computer program(s) to solve the problem.
