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GISC 225

Min credits: 3

Principles of GIS

Max credits: 3
This course will explore fundamental principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its applications including hardware and software. Topics covered include: database concepts, algorithms to manage spatial data, cost benefit analysis, GIS project management, and digital data dissemination methods using internet technologies. Students will work with database management, raster and vector GIS applications software on various case studies including nature and environmental conservation, real estate administration, marketing and city management.

Requires:

Basic computer skills.

 

 

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