ERSC 4421 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) I

Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory per week. Four credit hours.

This course introduces Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the use of spatial data for problem-solving in science. Lectures arc prepared as online technical screencasts and geospatial concept explanations. The creation, acquisition, management, display, exploration, and analysis, and display of spatial data is described via the use of practical skill-building exercises. Class meetings utilized a project-based methodology that incorporate applications from geography, geology, biology, environmental science, and the social sciences to foster basic to intermediate-level GIS software proficiency. ArcGIS Desktop is the primary platform used although other applications will be introduced. Students produce a portfolio of their work. Same as GEOG 4421. Dual listed in the Graduate Catalog as ERSC 5421; same as GEOG 5421.

Prerequisites: GEOG 3333 or consent of instructor.