Geographic Information Systems and Biostatistics

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

This module is focused on using data analysis to understand the environment. It includes an introduction to statistical analyses using examples from field ecology. There is also an introduction to mapping habitats using geographic information systems (GIS). (Language of instruction: English) Learning Outcomes: 1) Demonstrate an understanding of the different types of data used in ecology and geographic analyses 2) Explore data using descriptive statistics and apply inferential statistics 3) Analyze ecological data to evaluate the support for clusters of similar samples 4) Describe different habitat classification schemes in use 5) Be able to create, edit and analyse spatial data using geographic information systems 6) Produce maps for visualisation and interpretation of ecological data Reading List: "Geographic Information Systems and Science" by Longley P, Goodchild M, Maguire DJ, and DW Rhind Publisher: John Wiley and Sons, 536pp. "An Introductory Guide for Life Scientists" by McKillup, S Publisher: Cambridge University Press "Experimental Design and Data Analysis for Biologists" by Quinn G and MJ Keough Publisher: Cambridge University Press