Time Schedule:
Kam Wing Chan
GEOG 326
Seattle Campus
Introduction to quantitative methods in geography, with a primary focus on statistical techniques. Examines the basic concepts, reasoning, and procedures geographers use in developing, analyzing, applying, and presenting quantitative methods. Topics include: generating and describing data; elementary probability, hypothesis testing, comparative tests; finding relationships; and using and misusing statistics. Offered: A.
Class description
Introduction to quantitative methods in geography, with a primary focus on statistical techniques. Examines the basic concepts, reasoning, and procedures geographers use in developing, analyzing, applying, and presenting quantitative methods. Topics include: generating and describing data; elementary probability, hypothesis testing, comparative tests; finding relationships; and using and misusing statistics.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lectures, supplemented by lab sessions.
Recommended preparation
No background in geography or statistics is required. Students are expected to have a knowledge of basic algebra.
Class assignments and grading
Each student is required to work on several assignments related to the materials taught.
Assignments and tests
