GIS 452 - Introduction to GIS

(Formerly GEO 452). Completion of any MTH course above MTH 090 with a grade of C (2.0) or better or equivalent competency as determined by Mathematics Department placement test, familiarity with a computer; or consent of instructor. (4)

Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) theories, including map projections and coordinate systems, vector and raster data models, spatial data management and query, and spatial data analysis, with a focus on what GIS is, how it works, its data structures, operations and applications, and future implications for society. Relevant applications of GIS theories demonstrated in the computer laboratory using industry-standard mapping software. Graded ABCDE