Geographic Information Systems

T. Botkin

Course Descriptions

GIS/ICS 150: Introduction to GIS/GPS

Subject
Geographic Information Systems
Information and Computer Science
Credits 4 Lecture Hours 60
Teaching Equivalent
4.00

Introduces applications of geographic information systems (GIS) with a special emphasis on using ArcView GIS. Includes database construction and techniques for spatial data manipulation, analysis, and display. Teaches use of global positioning system (GPS). Explores cross-disciplinary applications in the natural and social sciences.

Recommended Prep

Familiarity with computer databases.

Prerequisites

ICS 101 or BUSN 150, either with grade C or better, or consent.

GIS 180: GIS in Ecosystem Management

Subject
Geographic Information Systems
Credits 4 Lecture Hours 60
Teaching Equivalent
4.00
Uses global positioning system (GPS) technologies and advanced geographic information system (GIS) principles for data collection and analysis. Applies GIS techniques to develop geodatabases and computer-generated map layers for specific sites. Evaluates resource management decisions for natural ecosystem conservation and habitat restoration projects.
Prerequisites

GIS/ICS 150 with grade C or better, or consent.