Final Report Due In 13 Hours: Final Project Overview

Final Report Due In 13 Hoursfinal Project Overview

Final Report due in 13 hours Final Project Overview The following document outlines deliverables and expectations for the final practicum exercise in GIS 5103. This is an open-ended, individual project to be completed in full by the end of the semester. The project will consist of two key deliverables, a single-page double spaced proposal, and a five-page report also double space. Proposal – due March 1, points) The proposal shall be a one-page document in which you will outline the research problem you are trying to solve, what types of data you would like to leverage to solve it, and what GIS methods or tools from our class you may use. You can search for external GIS data sets, use data from our course, or use data you already have access to.

This document must not exceed one page. Your instructors will review your proposals and provide feedback on accessing data sets and overall feasibility. Project Report – due March 20, points) A five-page report AND A MAP The report will contextualize the problem you are solving, and should detail the structure of your data, and your methodology. You must also discuss the results of your study and frame them in the context of the problem. You will also be evaluated based on your map products.

Note that map products do NOT count toward the total page count. You may submit up to five pages of text in addition to maps.

Paper For Above instruction

The final assignment for GIS 5103 comprises two primary components: a proposal and a comprehensive project report, both of which require careful planning and execution. Given the open-ended nature of the project, students are expected to demonstrate their ability to define a clear research problem, select appropriate data sources, and apply relevant GIS methods learned throughout the course.

The proposal, due March 1, should be a concise, one-page document that clearly articulates the research problem or question intended for investigation. It must specify the types of data to be utilized—whether sourced externally, from the course, or from existing personal datasets—and identify GIS tools or techniques relevant to addressing the problem. The proposal serves as a planning guide and allows instructors to assess the project's feasibility, data accessibility, and methodological approach. Feedback provided after review can help refine the project's scope and data access strategies.

The final report, due March 20, extends to five pages of double-spaced text, excluding accompanying maps. This report should provide a comprehensive contextual background of the research problem, including relevant literature review and framing of the problem within a broader spatial or environmental context. It must detail the structure of the datasets used, including data sources, formats, and any preprocessing steps undertaken. The methodology section should explain the GIS techniques, analyses, and tools employed, such as spatial querying, interpolation, or mapping, demonstrating how these methods address the research question.

Results and discussion sections are vital components, in which students interpret their findings, assess the implications of their spatial analyses, and relate the outcomes back to the initial research problem. Clear discussion of patterns, insights, limitations, and recommendations should be included. Supporting map products are encouraged; these do not count towards the page limit but are integral to visualizing results and supporting analysis. Properly annotated maps can significantly enhance the clarity and impact of the report.

Overall, this project aims to assess students' proficiency in integrating GIS tools, spatial reasoning, and data analysis to solve real-world problems. Attention to detail, critical analysis, and clarity in presentation are essential. The depth of analysis, quality of data, and effectiveness of visualizations will influence the grading of the final submission.

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