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Spatial Data Analysis Training

The annual ICPSR (Inter-University Consortium of Political and Social Research) Summer Program in Quantitative Methods is a comprehensive, integrated program of studies in research design, statistics, data analysis, social methodology, as well as spatial data analysis.

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Introduction to Crime Mapping and Analysis Using ArcGIS 9.3

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This class provides students with a complete understanding of the fundamentals of crime mapping. Students can use their own data as they perform and master the techniques shown in this comprehensive class.

The following topics will be covered:

  • Buffering
  • Choropleth mapping
  • Graduated symbol mapping
  • Pinmapping
  • Symbology
  • Spatial and tabular queries
  • Map production

Course Prerequisites

None. Participants are not required to have a background in crime mapping to enroll in this class.

Date Modified: May 6, 2009