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  • A survey and evaluation of land resource classification systems in the United States

    Creator:
    Aldrich, Frank T.
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    The purpose of this thesis is to examine the methods and criteria developed for rating actual and potential agricultural land in the United States. It is motivated by the apparent increasing competition for quality space created by the expanding population, and by the belief that land rating and classification are...
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    Masters Thesis
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    A Survey and Evaluation of Land Resource Classification

  • Oregon's Mid-Willamette Valley wetlands : agricultural uses, alternative uses, problems and trends

    Creator:
    Tsutsui, Setsuo Harry
    Abstract:
    The wetlands are distinguished from other lands of the Mid-Willamette Valley by excessive soil moisture. The wetlands, as defined for this study, consist of 20 soil series (in 22 soil mapping units) which are classified by the Soil Conservation Service as having excessive wetness as the major factor limiting their...
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    Dissertation
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    ; Richard M./Righsmith, Jr 7,7 The wetlands are distinguished from other lands of the Mid-Willamette

  • A comparison and contrast of pcARC/INFO vs. AutoCAD

    Creator:
    Smith, Pamela Ann
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    This paper explores the confusion that exists between general definitions of what constitutes a GIS or CAD system. Then a comparison and contrast is made of microcomputer versions of GIS and CAD programs using as examples two of the most popular, pcARC/INFO and Aut0CAD. The differences and similarities are discussed...
    Resource Type:
    Capstone Project
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    A COMPARISON AND CONTRAST OF pcARC/INFO vs. Aut0CAD by PAMELA

  • Determination of geographic information system database characteristics : an application of the information integration theory

    Creator:
    Brooks, Kris
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    The development of a geographic information system (GIS) requires the development of large databases of spatially related information. Scale, resolution and the classification of thematic data can vary considerably in terms of the level of detail at which the data are compiled and converted to machine readable form. The level...
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    Dissertation
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    Integration Theory Abstract approved: Redacted for Privacy A. Jon Kimtrling The development of a geographic

  • The visualization of perspective systems and iconology in Dürer’s cartographic works : an in-depth analysis using multiple methodological approaches

    Creator:
    Wörz, Adèle Lorraine
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    This dissertation uses a new methodological approach for an in-depth analysis of three cartographic works. Studies within the discipline of the history of cartography have followed various methodologies throughout the past century. This dissertation argues that in order to come to a more complete understanding of how maps were produced...
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    Dissertation
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    : __________________________________________________________________ A. Jon Kimerling This dissertation uses a new methodological approach for an in-depth analysis

  • The Role of Southern Oregon's Coastal Islands in Prehistoric Subsistence

    Creator:
    Gard, Howard A.
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    The portion of the Oregon coast extending from Cape Blanco south into California has long been recognized as a distinct physiographic region, with probable ramifications for prehistoric subsistence and settlement patterns. Several researchers have proposed models outlining a greater reliance upon marine/littoral resources among groups within this region, while more...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Cape Blanco south into California has long been recognized as a distinct physiographic region, with

  • Battle of Big Bend

    Creator:
    Applen, Jeffery A.
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    The Battle of Big Bend was the last significant battle of the Rogue River Indian Wars. The battle occurred 27-28 May 1856 in the Oregon Territory. The location of the battle was along the Rogue River at a place known as the Big Bend, approximately eight miles up river from...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Battle of Big Bend AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Jeffery A

  • Public Participation in Urban Policy – Solution Papers Founded on Objectivity and Mutual Respectfulness

    Creator:
    Zarins, Eriks
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    In recent times, public policy debates in the United States have been very contentious and dysfunctional. To help improve this situation, a multi-discipline research effort was conducted to look at "solution papers" as a form of public participation. Specifically, the roles of objectivity and mutual respectfulness were under consideration. Foundational...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    THESIS OF Eriks A. Zarins for the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Political Science

  • Impact of a new site development on the local transportation network, a case study

    Creator:
    Weinman, Ronald
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    Suburban mobility has become a major issue as extensive office and industrial developments are being located within the traditional suburban areas causing increased congestion on both the arterial and local road system. This study analyzes the impacts one development has on the surrounding street system and the adjacent residential areas....
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    Capstone Project
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    IMPACT OF A NEW SITE DEVELOPMENT ON THE LOCAL TRANSPORTATION

  • Some aspects of Western religious thought and man's use of land

    Creator:
    Bryant, Robert Edman
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    This study examines a limited number of selected themes in Judeo-Christian, or Western, religious thought and their implications for man's use of land, with the objective of discovering the influence of Western religion on attitudes toward nature and land. Five themes are examined: dominion of man; stewardship; contempt for, and...
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    Masters Thesis
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    . A provocative 1967 magazine article by Lynn White, Jr., Pro- fessor of History at the University of