Introduction to Geographical Information Systems
Course: Community and Regional Planning (C R P) 451/551, XW
Introduction to geographic information systems, including discussions of GIS hardware, software, data structures, data acquisition, analytical techniques, and implementation procedures. Laboratory emphasizes practical applications and uses of GIS.
Computer Requirements: Windows 2000 or Windows XP (Home Edition and Professional); DSL or better Internet access
Dates: 05/19/2008-08/08/2008
Delivery Method: Online
Credit: 3 undergraduate, 3 nonmajor graduate, 3 graduate credits
Tuition:$693 for undergraduate, $1077 for graduate
Delivery fee: $100
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Bachelor of Liberal Studies
Instructor: Chris Seeger, Assistant Professor
Text: 1. Designing Better Maps A Guide for GIS Users by Cynthia A. Brewer; ISBN: 1-58948-089-9 2005
2. GIS Tutorial, Workbook for ArcView 9 (updated for 9.2), by Wilpen L. Gorr and Kristen S. Kurland; 2007 edition