GIS is used as a tool for analyzing spatial-related issues, research questions, and policy problems in a variety of sciences and fields of study. Prerequisites for Level Two Required Courses Level One Required Course or test out 2A. Geographic Spatial Analysis Conduct a variety of modeling exercises using raster data. Use of computers for spatial analysis of natural resources. CSE 180 or equivalent. The methods and processes of a suitability analysis will be covered.
Students learn to attribute and display data they have created.
Conceptual and working knowledge of data capture, creation, and conversion to include techniques such as generation of thematic layers from ascii files, paper to digital map conversion, gps data collection and conversion, geocoding, spatial data editing, database creation and editing, image registration, spatial overlays, network and least cost modeling, and map design and output. Digital geographic data types and sources will be used throughout the course. 2C. GIS Application Design, Development and Distribution Students learn how to design, develop and distribute custom applications, automate cartographic operations, customize interfaces, manage relational data sets and develop new sets of map analysis tools. Conceptual and working knowledge of programming languages to create custom interfaces and maps. Students should be able to use work from previous courses as a foundation for this course as they learn how to organize and present information in an interactive user-friendly format.