GIS Capstone Research Project

Undergraduate

This course will involve designing, managing, and completing a research project that emphasizes the use of a geographic information system (GIS) for a specific application, either individually or in groups of 3 to 4, based on the scope and complexity of the project. Each group or individual will select a suitable spatial problem, with guidance from the instructor, and try to solve the problem by acquiring, organizing, and analyzing data within a GIS by using the necessary theories, tools, programs, etc. that they learned throughout the certificate. Projects must include an extensive analytical component where GIS is central to the methods used. The course will also cover conducting literature reviews, project methodology and organizational design, proper reporting of results and overall project management. Projects may also be undertaken in participation and collaboration with outside community partners, GIS organizations and/or GIS professionals. (Prerequisites: ESCI-3701, ESCI-3761, and ESCI-3771.) (2 lecture hours per week and project work.) (This is an experiential learning course.)