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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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Intermediate Crime Mapping and Analysis Using ArcGIS 9.3

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This class provides students with an understanding of several intermediate crime mapping techniques. Students can use their own data as they perform and master the techniques shown during this comprehensive class.

The following topics will be covered:

  • Using Modelbuilder
  • Working with GPS data
  • Using external data and mapservice sources
  • Understanding hotspots (definitions, theory and application)
  • Using choroplethy (aggregation and comparative statistics)
  • Using tactical analysis applications
  • Performing surface interpolation
  • Positioning in 3-D
  • Performing spatiotemporal analysis
  • Forecasting crime

Course Prerequisites

Interested participants should have mastered the basic elements of crime mapping and be able to make simple maps prior to enrolling in this class. Prospective participants should be already able to add layers, identify points, change colors and sizes of points and lines, understand basic spatial and tabular queries, and create layouts.

Dates and Locations for Upcoming Sessions

June 22 – 26, 2009
Note: This session is full.
NLECTC-Rocky Mountain Center in Denver, Colo.
Instructor: Phil Mielke

June 1 – 5, 2009
Note: This session is full.
NLECTC – Rocky Mountain Center in Denver, Colo.
Instructor: Noah Fritz

August 10 – 14, 2009
Note: This session is full.
San Diego Sheriff Computer Lab in San Diego, Calif.
Instructor: Phil Mielke

Date Modified: December 4, 2008