GIS 2840 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Course Information
| Course Number | GIS 2840 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) |
| Description | This course covers the theory and use of computer software for the collection, analysis, and communication of geographic information. This course will use ArcGIS software, which was developed by Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) as a tool to create, manage and manipulate spatial data within a GIS. (Prerequisite: None) |
| Total Credits | 4 |
| Total Hours | 96 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2 Credits, 48 Hours |
| Lab | 2 Credits, 48 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
None
Institutional Core Competencies
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Explore ArcGIS
- Manipulate ArcMap
- Examine ArcCatalog
- Evaluate Spatial Data
- Create Geodatabases
- Create Features
- Modify Features
- Review Cartographic Techniques
- Create Reports, Graphs and Maps
- Join and Relate Tables
- Select Features by Location
- Examine Methods to Analyze Spatial Data
- Prepare Data for Analysis
- Analyze Spatial Data
- Practice Georeferencing
- Prepare Feature Class Symbology
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
Additional information and forms can be found at: southcentral.edu/disability
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