Course Description
An application of environmental models to contemporary problems of decision-making. The course demonstrates the relevance of techniques of data management (statistics, computer systems) to issues facing Canada and the global community.
Distribution Requirement: Science
Lecture hours: 24
Practicum hours: 12
Prerequisite: 9.0 credits including GGR276H5
Core Skills Developed
- Key approaches and tools for environmental modeling
- Integration of spatio-temporal data, GIS and modeling
- Application of environmental models for facilitating decision-making process
- Computer skills including operating computer models, visualizing model outputs, data management & manipulation, and programming