6 courses with the subject GIS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
GIS 101Introduction to Geospatial Technology I3
Provides an introduction to the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology. Teaches the introductory concepts of geographic location and problem solving by using GIS and GPS units in demonstrating solutions to cross-curricular applications of the technology. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours.
Provides hands-on introduction to a dynamic desktop GIS (Geographic Information System). Introduces the components of a desktop GIS and their functionality. Emphasizes manipulation of data for the purpose of analysis, presentation, and decision-making. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.
Provides a continuation of GIS 200 , with emphasis on advanced topics in problem solving, decision-making, modeling, programming, and data management. Covers map projections and data formats, and methods for solving the problems they create.
Focuses on the fundamental cartographic concepts used in planning, designing, and creating effective maps. Provides the foundation to critically evaluate maps to produce accurate and visually pleasing cartographic displays that convey information in a manner that enables easy interpretation. Includes topics of map compilation, map design, map types, and critical evaluation of map content.
Introduces GIS 3D (three-dimensional) concepts and practices with a concentration on displaying, creating, and analyzing spatial GIS data using 3D. Covers 3D shape files, 3D data formats such as Tins, DEMs, grids, and controlling the perspective and scale of 3D data through rotating, panning, and zooming.
GIS 255Exploring Our Earth: Introduction to Remote Sensing4
Introduces material to understand the fundamental physical and mathematical principles and techniques of Remote Sensing. Introduces how each part of the electromagnetic spectrum is used to gather data about Earth. Describes limitations imposed by satellites, aircraft, and sensors. Surveys various methods to access and apply Earth observation/Remote Sensing data. Teaches students to use Remote Sensing software to process and manipulate Landsat, SPOT, photographic, and other imagery in a hands-on approach to Remote Sensing analysis.
