Data Acquisition and Integration Methods for GIS Analysis
Overview
Subject area
GEP
Catalog Number
675
Course Title
Data Acquisition and Integration Methods for GIS Analysis
Department(s)
Description
The techniques and science behind field methods commonly used for the acquisition and creation of geo-spatial data. Various techniques for data capture as well as processing and analyzing the data within a geographic information system (GIS). Labs will focus on the hardware and software needed for data creation, the integration of this information into a coherent GIS, and basic concepts of analysis including point-pattern analysis. Students will use GPS devices, mobile GIS, workstation GIS, as well as data from other sources including satellite and airborne remotely sensed data.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Graduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Laboratory
Hours
2
Name
Lecture
Hours
2