Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

Catalog description

Introduces concepts related to geographic information systems (GIS). Topics include cartography, coordinate systems and map projections, data classification and generalization, methods of thematic map symbolization, GIS application domains, data models and sources, analysis methods and output techniques. Lectures, readings and hands-on experience with GIS software. 3 lecture hours and 1 lab credit hour. Course fee: $30. Prerequisite(s): Completion of a minimum of 25 credit hours (open only to sophomores, juniors, and seniors) Corequisite(s): None