DRAF 2433 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

Institution:

Southeast Arkansas College

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Description:

(Prerequisite: DRAF 1124 Introduction to Computer Aided Design) This introductory course is designed to provide a general overview of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) including background, development, trends, and prospects in this rapidly expanding field. Basic components and analytical functions of GIS will be introduced along with additional spatial and geographic concepts including cartographic communication, automated mapping characteristics, map projections and map scale, geocoding, coordinate systems, and the nature of spatial data.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seark.edu

Phone Number:

(870) 543-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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