Geo - data collection & use (for ecosystem based management)

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"Foundations course designed to identify the interrelationships of data collection and spatial analysis by integrating the geosciences and ecosystem management into one course. The course will emphasize coordinate values, data standards, and geo-positioning techniques currently used within the bureau. GPS receiver considerations and accuracy issues will be examined. Both conceptual and hands-on segments will be apart [sic] of GPS/GIS hardware and software lesson. Problem solving scenarios will be associated with each major topic. The course will include a case study in which the interdisciplinary ecosystem management situation will need to be resolved by utilizing several of the systems taught"--Course guide.