GISC 1411 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems And Global Positions Systems

Institution:

Angelina College

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Description:

Four hours credit. Introduction to basic concepts of vector GIS using several industry specific software programs including nomenclature of cartography and geography. The student will explain basic concepts of GIS and GPS including positioning on the earth, mapping the earth in spatial terms, and populating the GIS to access data; create and access data in the GIS using an appropriate software package; and develop and print maps with industry standard legends. Operate industry standard GIS packages on a personal computer; capture positional and attribute information among several coordinate systems; acquire GIS information from databases, existing maps, and the internet; and annotate output for finished maps, documents and reports. Prerequisite: DFTG 1409. Two lecture and four lab hours each week. Lab fee.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.angelina.edu

Phone Number:

(936) 639-1301

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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