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Geography (GEO)                     Course Schedules

GEO 500 Advanced Cartography 3(2-2) D
Advanced techniques for cartographic exploration and communication. Cartographic representation of multivariate data, interactive and animated cartography, and Web-based cartographic communication.  Prerequisite:  GEO 303 or permission of instructor.

GEO 503 Advanced Geographic Information Systems 3(2-2) D
The techniques of computer-assisted analysis and display of spatially ordered geographic data. Students will use vector and raster GIS. Prerequisites: GEO 303, GEO 305.

GEO 506 Applications in Remote Sensing of the Environment 3(2-2) D
The study of imagery to reveal characteristics of natural and cultural environment. Photographic, thermal infrared, and radar imagery to be considered, emphasis on aerial photography. Prerequisite: GEO 305 or permission of instructor.

GEO 508 Digital Remote Sensing 3(2-2) D
Computer processing and analysis of digital remote sensing data. Emphasis on multispectral image processing and analysis using standard microcomputer image processing programs. Prerequisites: GEO 303, GEO 305.

GEO 512 Quantitative Methods for Spatial Analysis 3(2-2)
Statistical techniques for solving spatial problems. Descriptive and inferential spatial statistics. Point pattern analysis. Prerequisites: GEO 303, STA 382, or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

GEO 515 Geography of the Great Lakes Region 3(3-0) D
To increase awareness of the complexity and unity of the Great Lakes region. Study and application of regional concepts to the Great Lakes area. Prerequisites: 6 hours of GEO or permission of instructor.

GEO 530 Land Use Planning 3(3-0) D
Study of land use planning history, concepts and techniques. Analysis of federal, state, and local government roles in planning. Examination of specific land use programs. Prerequisites: GEO 303; 6 additional semester hours in either or both GEO or PSC: or permission of instructor.

GEO 531 Integrated Land Use Planning 3(3-0)
The integration of land use planning and environmental management concepts and techniques with broader regional economic and environmental planning approaches in the US and abroad. Prerequisites: GEO 530 or permission of instructor.

GEO 550 Geography for Teachers 3(3-0) F, Sp
For teachers who want to upgrade their knowledge of geography, experiment with new teaching techniques, and learn how to make professional in-service presentations to teachers. Graduate credit only. Prerequisites: teacher certification or permission of instructor.

GEO 575 Special Studies in Geography 1-6(Spec) D
Various special topics offered at an advanced undergraduate and graduate level. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

GEO 591 Internship 1-12(Spec) F, Sp
Experiences in applying geographic techniques to environmental analysis, resource management, and business applications. Up to 3 hours of internship credit can be applied to the geography major.  A full-time internship position for one semester may qualify for 12 hours of credit. Identical to ESC 591. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.  Prerequisite: permission of program advisor.

GEO 597 Independent Study 1-9(Spec) D
Exploration of topics in geography agreed upon by student and instructor. May be taken only by arrangement prior to registration.  Prerequisites:  permission of instructor and department chairperson; at least 6 hours at the 400 level.

GEO 600 Dynamic Mapping and Visualization 3(2-2)
Study of the theory and application of advanced methods of cartographic display using dynamic mapping and visualization methods. Prerequisites: GEO 500.

GEO 603 GIS Design and Programming 3(2-2)
Design and implementation of GIS applications using component software and high level macro languages. Prerequisites: GEO 503; CPS 110 or CPS 180.

GEO 608 Advanced Digital Remote Sensing 3(2-2)
Advanced image processing and data analysis techniques using contemporary operational and experimental remote sensing systems. Overview of satellite instrumentation and sensor operations.  Prerequisites: GEO 508; STA 382.

GEO 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project 1(1-0)
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.

GEO 701 Contemporary Spatial Data Management 3(2-2)
Contemporary research and development trends in collection, management, processing and analysis of spatial data. Prerequisites: GEO 500, GEO 503, GEO 508, GEO 512.

GEO 797 Directed Research in Geographic Information Sciences 1-6(Spec)
Directed research on advanced topics in Geographic Information Sciences. A prospectus of the proposed research project must be approved prior to registration. Arrangements must be made with supervisor or project supervisor prior to registration. CR/NC only.

GEO 798 Thesis 1-6(Spec)
A written thesis and oral department seminar on the thesis research. Registration requires Plan A thesis prospectus on file in the Geography Department Office. The thesis prospectus must be approved by the department chairperson prior to registration. CR/NC only.

Unspecified content or variable credit courses. The following courses offered through the department are of unspecified content or variable credit: GEO 568, 575, 597.

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