2025-2026 Catalog

UEP 160 Spatial Analysis with Geographic Information Science

An introduction to techniques of spatial analysis using GIS. You will study the fundamentals of geography and data science that guide you to valid approaches to practical problem-solving and investigate timely environmental questions that matter using real-world data: vector and raster geospatial datasets, aerial photos, satellite imagery, LiDAR. The course also includes a project combining GIS data acquisition and analysis to solve a practical question on the Oxy campus. This course will help you learn a valuable job skill that can apply to many different careers and interests. You should feel comfortable using the MS Windows operating system and Microsoft Excel software. Includes one three-hour laboratory per week.

Credits

4 units

Prerequisite

UEP 150, UEP 305, or instructor permission

Corequisite

UEP 160L

Core Requirements Met

  • Laboratory Science