GEO 267 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

3 Credits, 5 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 3 lab periods

Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) using the industry standard ESR software. Includes data types, data management, coordinate systems and map production. Also includes understanding attribute data, basic editing and queries using SQL.

Prerequisite(s): ANT 265, ARC 265, GEO 265, or GIS 265 or concurrent enrollment.
Information: Prerequisite may be waived with consent of instructor. Basic computer skills are required before enrolling in this course.

Course Learning Outcomes

Produce maps using GIS data.
Query GIS attribute and spatial data.
Develop and present a GIS project using self-generated data.

Performance Objectives:

Define a geographic information system.
Use both raster and vector data types.
Manage different dataExplain database concepts.
Discuss geographic information systems (GIS) operations and functionality.
Identify and explain the function of the hardware components of a geographic information system.
Describe the types using ESRI software.
Manipulate commonly used coordinate systems and projections.
Use symbols and labels to display map features with attribute data.
Create map layouts with essential map elements.
Query and join database tables for use with GIS.
Create new GIS data by using basic editing techniques.
Perform both attribute and spatial queries using various selection options.
Develop and present a GIS project to the class.

Outline:

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
GIS Data Concepts
Managing GIS Data
Coordinate Systems and Projections
Displaying GIS Data
Creating Final Maps from GIS Data
Using Attribute Data
Basic Editing for Creating Database Records
Attribute and Spatial Queries
Project

Effective Term:
Full Academic Year 2021/2022