Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

GIS 100 Acquiring GIS Data (A, W, SP, SU,–DL)

3 credits
This course introduces students to acquiring geographic data and to learning to recognize and understand different data types used in the GIS applications. GIS 100 is designed for the beginning student who has limited knowledge in accessing existing databases. Students also develop skills for participating in distance learning courses and submitting class projects using the Internet.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 2 hours
Lab fee: $10.00

GIS 105 Elements of Photogrammetry (W,–DL)

2 credits
This course focuses on concepts and uses of photogrammetry in GIS. Students learn about the basic types of photogrammetry, examining ways of obtaining photographic data, finding points and performing measurements on aerial photographs, and understanding the limitations and applications.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 3 hours
Lab fee: $15.00

GIS 110 Georeferencing and Editing GIS Data (W,–DL)

2 credits
This course explores georeferencing existing GIS data so that it can be properly spatially referenced within your current GIS system. Students will also discover different methods of editing and creating GIS data. Students will understand different georeferencing and editing methods and errors associated with each method.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: GEOG 207 or GIS 251 or instructor’s permission
Lab fee: $10.00

GIS 203 Remote Sensing of Environment (W,–DL)

4 credits
This course is designed to give students an understanding of the electromagnetic spectrum as used in remote sensing techniques and applications. Students learn to make decisions with remote sensed data.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Lab fee: $30.00

GIS 251 GIS Software I: ArcGIS (A, W,–DL)

3 credits
This course is the first in a two-part series of specific application software usage training using ESRI’s ArcGIS. The students will learn the basics of ArcMap, ArcCatalog and ArcToolbox and explore how these applications interrelate in a complete GIS software solution. This course covers the fundamental GIS concepts as well as how to create, edit and work with spatial data. Students will manipulate, query, present data in maps and make decisions from the presented information.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 253 GIS Software II (W, SP,–DL)

3 credits
This course is the second in a two-part series of specific application software usage training using ESRI’s ArcGIS. The students will learn the basics of ArcMap, ArcCatalog and ArcToolbox and explore how these applications interrelate in a complete GIS software solution. This course covers the advanced applications of the software and reinforces the important concepts and functionality for successfully working with ArcGIS.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: GIS 251
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 260 Introduction to Spatial Analysis (A, SP,–DL)

4 credits
This course explores a range of spatial and analytical techniques and their implementation in GIS software. Students will apply different spatial techniques with the software and become familiar with the essential methodological and practical issues involved in spatial analysis.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: GEOG 207 or GIS251 or instructor’s permission
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 275 Planning and Implementing GIS (A,–DL)

3 credits
This course focuses on the methodology for planning and implementing a GIS. Class examines the procedures and methods for designing a GIS, evaluating data sources, testing, hardware and software planning, cost benefit analysis, staffing, training, legal issues and system implementation.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 2 hours
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 277 Introduction to ArcIMS (W,–DL)

3 credits
This course provides specific application software usage training using ESRI’s ArcIMS. The students learn the basics of ArcIMS, how to create and maintain geography Internet sites, how to install and maintain ArcIMS, and explore and customize ArcIMS viewers.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 4 hours
Prerequisite: GEOG 207 or instructor’s permission
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 278 VBA Programming for GIS (SP,–DL)

3 credits
This course focuses on object-orientated programming and the unique issues relating to spatial objects, customization and syntax. Students learn how to use, find and modify Visual Basic scripts for use in ArcGIS. MapObjects will be introduced. Students should have some familiarity with ArcGIS.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 4 hours
Prerequisite: GEOG 207 or instructor’s permission
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 279 Introduction to GIS Databases (A, SP,–DL)

3 credits
This course focuses on the design, use and maintenance of a GIS database. Students will be introduced to structured query language (SQL) and SQL server as they relate to GIS databases. The course covers ArcGIS personal geodatabases and SDE software. Student should have some familiarity with ArcGIS.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab 4 hours
Prerequisite: GEOG 207 or instructor’s permission
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 280 Advanced GIS Applications (SP,–DL)

4 credits
This is a capstone course utilizing the skills and knowledge learned throughout the curriculum. Students perform research, identify issues, find data and develop a solution to a problem or project in a specific industry or area.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 4 hours
Prerequisite: GIS 253
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 281 Introduction to ArcGIS Server (W,–DL)

3 credits
This course provides specific application software training for ESRI’s ArcGIS Server. Students will learn the components of ArcGIS Server, about the available libraries and APIs and server development guidelines, and the development of different types of Web applications. In the course, students will also learn how to install and configure ArcGIS Server. The course concludes with a project in which students will build a centrally managed GIS applications using ArcGIS Server.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 4 hours
Prerequisite: GIS 251 or instructor’s permission
Lab fee: $20.00

GIS 283 GIS in Emergency Management (SP,–DL)

3 credits
This course is designed for members of the Emergency Management and Homeland Security communities. Students learn how to use ArcGIS tools to perform basic GIS tasks such as accessing, displaying, querying, and editing geographic data. In the course, students will learn the core GIS skills they need to support their organizations’ missions using terminology, exercise scenarios, and data relevant to homeland security. The course concludes with project in which students independently apply what they have learned to work through a particular emergency management scenario.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 4 hours
Lab Fee: $20.00

GIS 284 GIS in Health (A,–DL)

3 credits
This course is designed to teach GIS to health professionals. Students learn how to use GIS software in the context of health-care scenarios. In the course, students will also learn the core GIS skills they need to support their organizations’ missions using terminology, exercise scenarios, and data relevant to the health market.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 4 hours
Lab Fee: $20.00

GIS 285 GIS in Business (W,–DL)

3 credits
This course is designed for members of the business community. Students learn how to use ArcGIS tools to perform basic GIS tasks as they specifically relate to marketing. In the course, students will also learn the core GIS skills they need to support their organizations’ missions using terminology, exercise scenarios, and data relevant to Marketing. Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 4 hours
Lab Fee: $20.00

GIS 286 GIS in Utilities (SP,–DL)

3 credits
This course is designed for members of the utilities community. Students learn how to use ArcGIS tools to perform basic GIS tasks such as accessing, displaying, querying, and editing geographic data. In the course, students will learn the core GIS skills they need to support their organizations’ missions using terminology, exercise scenarios, and data relevant to utilities industries. The course concludes with a project in which students independently apply what they have learned to work through a particular utilities-related scenario.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 4 hours
Lab Fee: $20.00

GIS 290 Seminar for GIS (A, W, SP, SU,–DL)

1 credit
GIS 290 offers an opportunity for application of business knowledge to specific areas of on-the job work experience. The student takes this course concurrently with GIS 291.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Lab fee: $5.00

GIS 291 GIS Practicum (A, W, SP, SU,–DL)

4 credits
GIS 291 provides an opportunity for an off-campus work experience in GIS that augments formal education received in the technology, with actual work conditions and job experience. “N” credit will not be allowed for this course. This student takes this course concurrently with GIS 290.
Lecture: 0 hours – Lab: 28 hours
Lab fee: $15.00

GIS 299 Special Topics in GIS (On Demand)

1-5 credits
GIS 299 allows the student to explore special topics in GIS to meet needs of the GIS community.
Lecture: 1-5 hour – Lab: 1-5 hours
Lab fee: $15.00