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Geographic Information Science
¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Requirements
Consult with the advisor as early as possible for program admission. Formal approval is required before completion of the certificate.
Units applied to one certificate may not be applied to another ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV certificate or diploma.
Program Requirements
Students complete the following courses including all of
An introduction to basic quantitative techniques for the collection of geographic data. Topics include describing data, gathering samples, theoretical distributions, linking samples and populations, testing significance, and exploring spatial relationships all within practical, real-world application contexts. Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or 111. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Shivanand Balram |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
An introduction to the theory and practice of remote sensing, including the relevant physical processes, digital image processing and information extraction, and a review of remote sensing applications. Prerequisite: GEOG 111. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Yuhao Lu |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Thu, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
A basic overview of Geographical Information Systems and Science; GIS software, hardware, data structures and models; spatial data, operations and algorithms; practical applications and limitations. Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or 111 or permission of instructor. Students with credit for GEOG 354 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Nicholas Hedley |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
and three of the following
Elements of cartographic analysis, design and visualization, with an emphasis on digital mapping, animation techniques, cartographic software and internet mapping. Prerequisite: GEOG 255. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Shivanand Balram |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Advanced quantitative techniques for spatial analysis of geographic data and patterns. Topics include geostatistics, spatial interpolation, autocorrelation, kriging, and their use in geographic problem solving with spatial analysis software. Prerequisite: GEOG 251 or one of STAT 201, 203 (formerly 103), 205, or 270. Quantitative.
Advanced remote sensing principles and techniques, including physics-based modeling, advanced classifiers, automated data processing, and integration of ancillary data products. Prerequisite: GEOG 253. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Andres Varhola |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
An examination of technical components of GIS. Topics include spatial representations, generalization and data management; computational algebra and set theory; digital surfaces and terrain models. Prerequisite: GEOG 255. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Aateka Shashank |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
3D geovisualization methods, concepts and theory. Bridges conventional geographic visualization with emerging 3D methods. Emphasizes user-centered design and cognitive implications. Prerequisite: GEOG 255.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Nicholas Hedley |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Spatial models for the representation and simulation of physical, human and environmental processes. GIS and spatial analysis software are used in the laboratory for model development, from problem definition and solution to visualization. Prerequisite: GEOG 251 or one of STAT 201, 203 (formerly 103), 205, or 270; one of GEOG 351, 352, 353, 355 or 356. Quantitative.
Examination of advanced topics in remote sensing, including calibration /validation, spatial scale, data fusion, and the role of remote sensing in a spatial world. Students will work on independent projects applying remote sensing in their area of interest. Prerequisite: GEOG 353. Recommended: One of GEOG 351, 352, 355 or 356. Students with credit for GEOG 453W may not repeat this course for further credit. Quantitative.
A critical examination of advanced topics in GIS, such as: boundary definition, expert systems and artificial intelligence, error and uncertainty, and scale in a digital context. Examines social applications and the roles of GIS in society. Students will design original projects, including data acquisition, analysis, and web site development. Prerequisite: GEOG 355. Students with credit for GEOG 452 or GEOG 455W may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
The concepts, theories, and technology behind interactive and immersive interface technologies used for geospatial visualization. Applications and implications for GIScience and spatial knowledge acquisition. Combines GIScience, spatial cognition, and virtual environments/interface research perspectives. Prerequisite: GEOG 356. Students with credit for GEOG 457 (STT) Geospatial Virtual Environments in fall 2005 or fall 2006 may not take this course for further credit.