Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

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Overview

Subject area

SCG

Catalog Number

150

Course Title

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

Department(s)

Description

This course covers the entire Geographic Information Systems production process from data acquisition and modeling to editing, analysis and cartographic output. Lectures will introduce the theory of GIS science and laboratory classes will familiarize students with GIS software needed to accomplish the course objectives. The course will use data collected by students participating in the Newtown Creek analysis project, among other data sources, for a final mapping exercise.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate LaGuardia CC

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Academic Progress Units

4

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Laboratory

Hours

3

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

012124

Course Schedule