AS 280.222 - Applied Geographic Information Systems in Public Health

Institution:

Johns Hopkins University

Subject:

Description:

Course provides an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and presents its utility in public health. Provides exposure to GIS as a tool for describing the magnitude of health problems, and for supporting health decision-making. Course topics include a historical overview of the intersection between geography and public health; current epidemiological use of GIS; and experiential learning (thematic mapping of health needs observed in the field); and GIS applications in identifying public health problems.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.jhu.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 516-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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