GEOG 507 Analysis and Modeling

This course examines concepts and methods in quantitative analysis and modeling of spatial data to explore human-environmental systems.

Spatial data is collected from an ever-increasing variety of sources. The GIS practitioner must analyze spatial data and temporal dynamics of data in a systematic way, utilizing a variety of mathematical techniques. Mastering these techniques will enable him or her to describe a wide variety of phenomenon across time and space.

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After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the candidate will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (4)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the discussions in this course are meant to foster a spirit of community and collegiality, but they must also be viewed as an academic assignment with formal requirements. The discussions in this course will expand your knowledge of Spatial Analysis and Modeling. Each Discussion thread must be 250 words. You must cite at least 1 additional source in addition to the textbook and the Bible (if applicable). These are to be in APA format. The student will then post 2 replies, each at least 150 words. Any sources used in the Replies must adhere to APA format.

Final Project Assignments (5)

For these assignments, the student will complete a multi-module Final Project based on a scenario where the student will help a client, TrashBeGone, find a suitable site for a landfill by performing vector analysis, raster analysis, and interpolation. The student will submit the findings in a report that contains a map series and a methodologies summary.

• Final Project: Groundwork Assignment
• Final Project: Vector Data Analysis Assignment (including a 1–2-page written report)
• Final Project: Raster Data Analysis Assignment (including a 1–2-page written report)
• Final Project: Geostatistical Analysis Assignment (including a 1–2-page written report)
• Final Project: Cartographic Report Assignment

Lab Assignments (9)

The student will conduct a series of exercises using the ArcGIS Pro software. The labs will incorporate concepts and key information from the text readings. The labs include:

• Lab: Vector Analysis Through Geoprocessing Assignment
• Lab: Vector Analysis Through Attribute Classification Assignment
• Lab: Vector Analysis Through Polygon Interpolation Assignment
• Lab: Raster Analysis Through Surface Development Assignment
• Lab: Using Raster Data for Site Selection Assignment
• Lab: Exploring Spatial Patterns in Data Using ArcGIS Assignment
• Lab: Network Analysis Assignment
• Lab: Performing Spatial Interpolation Assignment
• Lab: Hydrology Modeling Assignment

Reflection Journal Assignments (3)

These journal reflections allow the student to critically review what he/she has learned so far in the course and directly ask the instructor any questions or concerns the student may have in completing the final project. The student is required to answer several questions on material from the assigned Module: Week for each Reflection Journal Assignment.