Geographic information systems (GIS) are used commonly by planners to manage, analyze, and visualize data related to urban planning and resource management. Students completing this specialization will have a sound grasp of the principles of GIS and the means to apply this technology effectively in research capacities and in planning practice.
Required Courses:
ENVS 278 Advanced Environmental Research Methods
PLAN 281 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
2.5 units of Elective Courses:
PLAN 381 Spatial Analysis Using Geographic Information Systems
PLAN 387 Spatial Databases
PLAN 481* Geographic Information Systems Project
PLAN 487 Management Issues in Geographic Information Systems
PLAN 490* Senior Honours Essay
*course is worth 1.0 unit