GEO 215 Week 1 Expanded Applications of GIS/GPS Paper

Resource: Ch. 1 of Introduction to Geography

Write a paper consisting of 350- to 700-words that develop an expanded understanding of geographic information systems (GIS) and geographic positioning systems (GPS) for your current or future career field and how it is used today. Research and discuss two the following aspects:

• Relationships of the geographical subfields and how they might be incorporated into a GIS/GPS application in your field.
• Research if there are ways to obtain training on applying GIS/GPS in your specific career field. Would you find these types of trainings helpful? Why or why not?
• Changes that trigger other changes, such as natural disasters. How can GIS/GPS be applied to track the changes and help us understand potential threats like global warming, recurring events, or natural disasters within your perspective career field and/or regional areas.

Format your assignment consistent with APA guidelines.

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