GIS 160 - Intro Geographic Info Systems

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Geographic Information Systems

Description:

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are software packages with the tools to capture, store, retrieve, analyze, and display spatial data. GIS links data representing the spatial relationship of features in the world around us ( map information) to a database containing descriptive information about those objects. It can be used to aid in decision making and planning in a wide array of application disciplines from city planning to natural resource management. This course is an introductory course that covers the basics of GIS, including database design and development, spatial analysis, and the creation of cartographic output.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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