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BSET 326 - GIS/GPS Applications in Agriculture and Environmental Science

3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) in agriculture and in environmental science. Topics covered will include GIS software and concepts, GPS receivers, data acquisition, and spatial analysis of data to solve problems. Case studies in agricultural demographics, precision agriculture, pasture management, water quality, watershed management, and waste pollution will be used to provide hands-on experience with these emerging technologies.

Recommended Background: Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and file management are highly recommended.



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