Undergrad Certificate: Geospatial Information Analysis

Posted on March 31, 2017

Geospatial information analysis is used increasingly in both research and practice with job opportunities expected to grow 22% from 2010 to 2020. This certificate covers a variety of geospatial technologies and analytic methods, such as digital mapping, geographic information system (GIS), and remotely sensed image processing, aiming to develop spatial thinking ability for students. Lab-based […]

Graduate Certificate: Digital Geography and GIS

Posted on March 31, 2017

The demands for digital geographic data analysts have been increasing in both research and practice during the 21st century. This certificate trains graduate students with a variety of analytic methods and techniques for exploring geospatial datasets, such as Geographic Information System (GIS), remotely sensed image processing, and geo-visualization. Hands-on experiences of geospatial data analysis are […]

Graduate Certificate in Applied Atmospheric Sciences

Posted on March 31, 2017

Working knowledge of atmospheric processes across multiple spatial and temporal scales is essential for effective research across many disciplines. These courses emphasize an understanding of the atmosphere through visualization of data to aid students whose research involves meteorology or climatology.

Fall Course: MET4560 MET6565 Atmospheric Teleconnections

Posted on March 31, 2017

Highly recommended: -Interest in climate variability -Knowledge of basic atmospheric processes (e.g., low pressure systems, how clouds form) -Desire to visualize and explain spatial patterns of pressure, temperature, precipitation -Counts for certificates: Applied Atmospheric Science (Graduate) and Meteorology and Climatology (Undergraduate)

Fall Course: MET4532 MET6530 Hurricanes

Posted on March 31, 2017

Participate In: -Forecasting Labs Maps Discussions -Presentation on Famous Storm -Data Analysis Project Learn about Hurricane Andrew and 20 other famous tropical cyclones! Taught in a computer lab for hands-on learning Applies to certificates in: Applied Atmospheric Science (Graduate) and Meteorology and Climatology (Undergraduate)

Fall Course: MET3503 Weather and Forecasting

Posted on March 31, 2017

Introduction to Meteorology Learning about the mechanism behind weather & how to analyze various weather data

Fall Course: GIS3043 Foundations of Geographic Information Systems – GIS5107C: Geographic Information Systems in Research

Posted on March 31, 2017

This course is designed for students with no prior Geographic Information Systems experience. It involves both a weekly theoretical lecture and a computer lab session where hands-on experience of using GIS software allows you to reinforce knowledge gained during the lectures. What you will learn: -Basic concepts, theories, and operations in GIS; -Hands-on experiences of […]

Fall Course: GEO3611 Housing, People, & Places

Posted on March 31, 2017

Who demands housing and what are supply constraints Affordable and decent housing: A right? Millennials vs. old: Housing for all ages Income inequalities translates into unmet housing needs Homeownership: Still the American dream? Housing problems of U.S. households Good and bad of gentrification

Fall Course: GEO3452 GEO6421 Medical Geography

Posted on March 31, 2017

This course provides a comprehensive survey of geographic topics and approaches in medical sciences, including: human ecology of diseases, research methods, geospatial techniques, landscape epidemiology, weather and climate, pollution issues, urban health, administration and planning, etc. What you will learn: -Basic concepts, principles, and methods that are widely used in medical geography studies; -A variety […]

Fall Course: GEO3341 Extreme Floods

Posted on March 31, 2017

Learn about physical and human-influenced drivers of floods, past and present Examine problems beyond direct inundation Consider varied outcomes of floods and lessons learned Flood management and the future

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