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 […]
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.
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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)
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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)
Introduction to Meteorology Learning about the mechanism behind weather & how to analyze various weather data
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 […]
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
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 […]
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
Examines the spatial geography of all aspects of the human condition – Religion, populations, language, folklore, popular culture, economies, structure of urban areas, globalization, human environmental interactions Introduces cultural geography Emphasizes the development and spatial arrangement of the major societies of the modern world Considers globalization and human environmental interactions