Introduction To GIS

Course Code:
GIS 201
Course Group(s):
Degree Applicable, ENST: Practitioner Skills Cluster, FORT: Forest Technology Cluster, Integrative Studies: ENVS Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options, Integrative Studies: FW Program Options, Integrative Studies: NRCM Program Options, Lab Courses, Liberal Arts and Science Elective, NRCM: Practitioner Skills Cluster
Course Description:
This course will introduce students to the most widely used Geographic Information System software called ArcView. Students will learn what GIS is and how it works. High-quality maps will be created through projects that require students to analyze and organize information tailored to various situations. Students will also learn how professionals in a wide range of fields are using GIS and how it can be a useful tool in their future careers. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Completes General Education Requirement:LAS.
Credit:
3
Corequisites:
Coreq: GIS 201 Lecture, GIS 201 Lab
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