Public Health Geographic Information Systems

This course provides students with the knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Analysis as they apply to public health.  Students focus on the collection, maintenance, and interpretation of spatial data to study health concerns, specifically disease clusters, access to health care, health outcomes, risk factors, health status disparities, and emergency response operations.  Students will use a variety of downloadable software such as ArcGIS to gain hands-on experience and supplement the case studies provided.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PH-661