GIS 584 - WebGIS

Graduate standing, GIS 553 with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3)

Introduction to WebGIS, a new technological architecture expanding the scope of geographic information systems (GIS) that has brought online maps into homes and businesses throughout the world. Focus on cartographic principles and design of dynamic interactive web maps that can be shared across platforms; overview of concepts, principles, and future frontiers of WebGIS; real-world applications including e-government, e-business, and e-science. Students complete intensive hands-on exercises to acquire state-of-the-art technical skills to build and apply Web GIS applications. Programming experience not required, but helpful. Not open to students with credit for GIS GIS 484 . Graded ABCDE