Introductory Land & Water Learning Module

Purpose

The pupose of the Introductory Land & Water Learning Module (ILM) is to enhance understanding of environmental data integration and analysis through a self-paced approach that utilizes hyperlinked text. The ILM is divided into four sub-modules. The first sub-module will provide instruction on the use of Geographic Information System tools for data manipulation, integration and analysis. The combination of graphics and text along with examples will assist the user in understanding how these tools can be used in real world situations. Statewide data, the second sub-module, will be presented in map format. These maps of Michigan include land cover/land use, soils, and elevation. Sub-module three will provide information on water and land use, including the interaction of these two systems, water quality and quantity issues, and land management practices that minimize water quality impacts. Finally, the ILM's fourth sub-module presents a decision case scenario as a means for illustrating the use of the tools, data, concepts, and techniques presented throughout all the sub-modules.

Sub-Modules

	Click to access the GIS sub-module.	Click to access the Statewide Data sub-module.



	Click to access the Watershed Approach sub-module.	Click to access the Decision Case sub-module.

Acknowledgements

How to manuever through the ILM

Using the ILM Button Bar

Click the forward or backwards arrow key on the side menu bar to move to the previous or next screen within the index.

Using Netscape or your browser menu features

Click the forward or back arrow on the top button bar menu to view the previous screen viewed.

Using the Mouse Buttons

Click the right mouse button to move forward or back to the previous screen viewed.

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Institute of Water Research, Michigan State University
Last Revision: January 28, 1997