ENVS 265 GIS I: Intro to GIS & RemoteSensing

Provides an overview of the science, technology and applications of geographic information principles and concepts. It introduces the use of Geography, Cartography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing and other visual disciplines as tools to acquire data then evaluate, plan, and manage tribal, cultural, and natural resources. Prerequisites: CMPS 100 or CMPS 101, MATH 102 or 107. (NSL)

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. Create shape files and themes.
2. Develop appropriate projection.
3. Incorporate Excel spreadsheet files and demonstrate data query techniques.
4. Develop coverages.