Effective Use of Geospatial Technologies for Campus Tree Management
Poster Number
54
College
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
Interdisciplinary Studies
Faculty Mentor
Bryan McFadden, M.S.
Abstract
In an effort to aid Winthrop’s Tree Replacement Committee, a study utilizing global positioning systems, geographic information systems, and remote sensing technologies will be conducted to update the current campus tree inventory originally procured in 2009 with the help of Winthrop geography students. By comparing the data from 2009, trees newly planted and removed will be detected and captured with geospatial evidence by way of ground and map verification. Data collected will have the end goal of creating a digital, interactive tool that campus facilities may use to better supervise tree management and upkeep. This tool will also include a reevaluation of current attribute information of each tree’s individual species, age, and height in hopes of generating a consistent data set to become a better reference for future tree management on Winthrop’s campus.
Course Assignment
Research In Geography, GEOG 471, Bryan McFadden
Start Date
22-4-2016 2:15 PM
End Date
22-4-2016 4:15 PM
Effective Use of Geospatial Technologies for Campus Tree Management
Richardson Ballroom
In an effort to aid Winthrop’s Tree Replacement Committee, a study utilizing global positioning systems, geographic information systems, and remote sensing technologies will be conducted to update the current campus tree inventory originally procured in 2009 with the help of Winthrop geography students. By comparing the data from 2009, trees newly planted and removed will be detected and captured with geospatial evidence by way of ground and map verification. Data collected will have the end goal of creating a digital, interactive tool that campus facilities may use to better supervise tree management and upkeep. This tool will also include a reevaluation of current attribute information of each tree’s individual species, age, and height in hopes of generating a consistent data set to become a better reference for future tree management on Winthrop’s campus.
