EARTH 215 - Applied GIS

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 3
Description: This course examines the intermediate level use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and is taken after EARTH 210 It includes the analysis of spatial phenomenon in the natural and social sciences, as well as other fields such as planning, natural resource management, policy, economics and more. Course topics include the intermediate application of map design, data incorporation and GIS programing elements. Student requirements include the completion of a GIS project from start to finish, including data collection, database management, analysis and presentation.

Prerequisites: EARTH 210
Corequisites: None
Recommended: None

Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts | Science
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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Course Competencies

Manipulate spatial and tabular data in a Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Solve geospatial problems by utilizing cartographic elements, such as scale and projection.
Recognize the contribution of GIS in the decision-making processes for both the public and private sectors in various fields.
Incorporate online spatial resources into a GIS.
Import data from advanced data sources, such as LIDAR, aerial photography and United States census data into a GIS.
Evaluate online data sources that can be used in a GIS.
Collect field data in an electronic format that can be imported into a GIS.
Create a geodatabase that can be used in a GIS.
Create a conference-quality deliverable, such as a poster or map product.