CEGR 480 - Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems

3 Credits
3 lecture hours.

The course provides students with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its applications in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). It will cover GIS concepts, principles, and applications. Data acquisition, processing, management, analysis, modeling, and product generation are emphasized. Students will actively participate in data acquisition, and mapping. Training in GIS software, including ArcGIS/ Arc View, GeoMedia Suite, and Pathfinder Office software will be provided during the course. Term project with oral presentation and written report will form part of this course.

Prerequisite(s) CEGR 110 and CEGR 307 and CEGR 416 completed with grades of “C” or higher
Offered (SPRING)