GEOG 317

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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

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3

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3

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3

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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.

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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.