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School of Planning

Specializations

Decision Support and Geographic Information Systems

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. The Diploma of Excellence in Geographic Information Systems is not available to students graduating with this specialization.

Required Courses:

ENVS 278 Applied Statistics for Environmental Research
PLAN 281 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

2.5 units of Elective Courses:

PLAN 381 Advanced Geographic Information Systems
PLAN 387 Spatial Databases
PLAN 481 Geographic Information Systems Project (1.0 unit)
PLAN 487 Management Issues in Geographic Information Systems
PLAN 490 Senior Honours Essay (1.0 unit)

 


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