Economics 507S - GIS Applications in Economics

Institution:

Hamilton College

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Description:

This course introduces Geographical Information Systems with applications to economics. We will study spatial analysis concepts and learn mapping and spatial data analysis with ArcMap software. We will read critically research that applies GI methods and carry out econometric analyses of data. We will apply spatial analysis methods to economic issues for which location matters. The topics will include environmental justice, public health, food access, and economic and racial segregation. This course fulfills the senior project requirement. Not open to students who have Econ 483. Prerequisite, Econ 265 and 275 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Videras.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hamilton.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 859-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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