GIS: Courses in Geographic Information Systems
GIS 110 Introduction to GIS
3 credit(Geographic Information Systems)
This course will cover the principles and application of Geographic
Information Systems. Topics covered include spatial data models,
obtaining and creating spatial data, GPS, GIS databases, spatial analysis,
raster analysis and cartographic modeling. Labs and lectures are
combined. Fall semester.
GIS 210 GIS Databases 4 credit
This course will cover principles of spatial database design as well as
integration of various spatial data formats into GIS databases. The
course will focus on using current GIS technologies and trends in
spatial data management to design, create and manage GIS databases.
Topics to be covered include GIS and relational database design as
well as integration of disparate data sources such as CAD, GPS and
surveying data. Prerequisites: GIS 110 or equivalent experience. Spring
semester even years only.
GIS 310 Advanced GIS* 4 credit
This course will build upon topics covered in the Introduction to
GIS course. Students will develop skills in applying GIS for a variety
of problems. Topics covered include: obtaining and creating GIS
datasets, spatial analysis and cartography. The course will focus on,
but not be limited to, vector GIS and problem solving. Prerequisites:
GIS 110 or equivalent experience. Fall semester of even years. *Pending
Approval.
GIS 311 Raster GIS and Remote Sensing* 4 credit
This course will give students experience in application and issues
surrounding using raster GIS data. Integration of remote sensing data
into raster GIS datasets will also be covered. Topics will include: vector
to raster conversion, resampling, raster modeling / map algebra, interpolation
and digital terrain modeling and analysis. Prerequisites: GIS
110 or equivalent experience. Spring semester of odd years. *Pending
Approval.