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GRAD > EEOS > 623
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Description:
This course teaches the concepts, principles, approaches, techniques, and technologies of geographic information systems (GIS).The specific topics include essential elements of a GIS, hardware requirements and system integration, technologies and techniques for acquiring spatial data, spatial data models, data structures, data formats, database models, spatial analysis and modeling, cartographic design, implementation of a GIS, and environmental and socioeconomic applications. Hands-on exercises on ArcView are assigned each week. A term project on the use of a GIS in solving a specific environmental or socio-economic problem is required.
| Section | Class Number | Weekly Schedule | Time | Instructor | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01A | 2203 | - | Zhu,Jun | ON-LINE | More Info |