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2010-2011 University Catalog

GGS 300 - Quantitative Methods for Geographical Analysis

Credits: 3
Comprehensive introduction to quantitative methods in spatial analysis, with emphasis on solving geographical research problems. Topics include nature of spatial data; collection of spatial data; preparation of spatial data for mapping, geographic information systems, and statistical analysis; descriptive spatial statistics; areal sampling theory and methods; probability theory and distributions; hypothesis testing; correlation and regression; and areal and point pattern spatial statistics.

Equivalent to GEOG 300 (2009-10 catalog)

Prerequisites
30 credits, including GGS 102 and 103, or permission of instructor; and permission of department.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0