CRM 207 Geographical Information Systems and Crime Mapping
This course introduces students to the principles of crime mapping and the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in analyzing crime patterns and trends. Students learn to collect, manage, analyze, and visualize spatial data using GIS software covering cartography, spatial data models, geocoding, and spatial statistics. Practical projects and case studies allow students to apply GIS techniques to criminological research and policy development, focusing on crime hotspots, temporal patterns, and geographical distribution.
Credits
4
Offered
fall and spring semesters