Data Analysis in Environmental Studies

5 credits

Practical data-analysis workshop that introduces analysis of quantitative and qualitative data from social and environmental topics. Students use public data or research data to develop skills in data organization, visualization, and statistics. Students evaluate the use of socio-environmental data in graphics and learn to use data to make informed decisions. Quantitative methods, qualitative analysis, and survey analysis are introduced. Recommended: either ENVIR 301 or equivalent introductory course on research methods and data collection. Offered: SpS.