ENVH 527 - Geospatial Technologies for Emergency Preparedness and Management

Institution:

University of Southern California

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Description:

Applies geospatial data, tools and methods to preparedness and emergency management. Examines the current status of the use of geospatial data, tools, and infrastructure in preparedness and disaster management. Explores approaches for the effective integration of existing geospatial tools into the framework of emergency preparedness and management; strategies for improving geospatial decision support in this field; and various other issues related to data availability, security, and policies. Emphasizes technology application. Prerequisite: ENVH 524; Prior knowledge of GIS.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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