Lab 1: Exploring Fragstats

by tingyi liu

In this lab, we explored how the landscape around Edmonton, Alberta has changed over time (1966 to 1976). I examined some Fragstats metrics and created a transition matrix that explicitly shows the transformation of land uses over time. The report was written from the perspective of a consultant (who could be an urban planner, an agriculturalist, an environmentalist, an outdoor enthusiast, etc.

Maps included in the report:

Full text of the report:

lab1 report