Workshop: Exploring Precision Farming and Data Analysis Course
Course: Technology Systems Management (TSM) 493J, XA
Principles of systems for precision farming including Global Positioning Systems (GPS), remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and variable rate application technology. Field, crop, and soil sampling for precision farming. Spatial data analysis, visualization and interpretation. The course includes hands-on instruction using state-of-the-art GPS receivers and GIS software.
Computer Requirements: Working knowledge of Windows and some basic understanding of GPS.
Permission of the instructor required: (515) 294-0466 or tim@iastate.edu
Dates: 6/11/2008-6/13/2008
Days/Times: Wednesday, 1-5pm; Thursday and Friday 8am-5pm
Delivery Method: WebCT and Ames
Credit: 1 undergraduate, 1 nonmajor graduate credit
Tuition: $231 for undergraduate, $359 for graduate
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program:Master of Agriculture, Master of Science in Agronomy, Master of Science in Agricultural Education
Instructor: U. Sunday Tim, Associate Professor
Text: The Precision-Farming Guide for Agriculturists - An Agricultural Primer; Instructor hand-outs and learning/resource materials
Course Packet: Materials will be provided/distributed in the class.