ENVR217
Mapping and GIS/Lab
Subject code
ENVR
Course Number
217
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
Department/Program Faculty
Course Long Title
Mapping and GIS/Lab
Cross Listed Courses
Description
Geographical information systems (GIS) are computer-based systems for geographical data presentation and analysis. They allow rapid development of high-quality maps, and enable sophisticated examination of spatial patterns and interrelationships. In this course students learn the principles of GIS through extensive computer use of ArcGIS (ESRI). Geological and environmental projects introduce students to cartography, common sources of geographic data, methods for collecting novel spatial data, and data quality. Finally, students learn to extend the capabilities of GIS software to tackle more advanced spatial analysis tasks by completing an independent project. Lectures supplement the laboratory component of the course. Prerequisite: one 100-level course in earth and climate sciences or one 200-level course in environmental studies.
Modes of Inquiry
Quantitative and Formal Reasoning [QF], Scientific Reasoning [SR]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
INDS Program Relationship
IDES - ENVR Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
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Class Restriction
Exclude First Years