Provides quantitative, rigorous hands-on-exercises on the applications of geographic information system (GIS) techniques in geological and environmental sciences, especially used to solve pressing environmental water resource issues. Students will master image processing and spatial analysis techniques (e.g., image classifications, spatial interpolation, georeferencing). The course will cover the fundamentals of GIS with an emphasis geologic and hydrologic environmental problem solving for today's and future needs.
Athena Title
Environmental GIS
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in GEOL 4530, GEOL 6530
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online. This course is intended for both undergraduate and graduate students in Geology or related programs looking to enhance their knowledge and application of GIS.
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will learn the fundamentals of geographic information systems (GIS) and numerical/spatial analysis techniques commonly used in the quantitative analysis of geological/environmental data sets. They will learn how to apply GIS techniques in geological and environmental science problem-solving.
Students will master image processing and spatial analytical techniques, including coordinate systems/projections, georeferencing, geologic mapping, GIS model development, image classifications, and spatial interpolation and calculations.
Students will master the applications of quantitative and spatial techniques using a GIS framework to resolve geologic and environmental problems of pressing concern for today and future resource management.
Topical Outline
What is GIS?
Hands-on Quantitative Applications of GIS
Introduction to Satellite Data
Coordinate Systems and Projections
Data Types: Vector/Raster
Spatial Data Interpolation and Calculations
Understanding, Managing, and Using Spatial Data and Models and Satellite-based Models (SWAT) for Targeted Analytical Prospects
ArcSWAT Development
GIS Model Builder
Projects
Examples of Class Exercises:
Basics of ArcGIS
Working with Coordinate Systems/Projections in ArcGIS
Real-World Application: Incorporating Field Data and Mapping into ArcGIS
Geology and Hydrology of Egypt
Real-World Application: Analysis and Application of the Flow Regime in Arid Environments
Assessment and Mapping of Seismic Hazards for Egypt
