ENS 329 - Intro to Geographic Information Systems

Institution:

Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

A Geographic Information system (GIS) is unique in that it enables the examination of data which have geographic location as an inherent property. The goal of this course is to introduce students to the basic principles and applications of GIS to manipulate, analyze, visualize and illustrate geographic (spatial) data. Student will use a GIS software product ArcGIS l0.x (ESRI, Inc.) to reveal relationships, trends and patterns that are not apparent in written or tabular format. Analysis with a GIS generates answers for simple to complex questions such as: where is the best location for a new development?; which residents would be impacted by a change in local zoning?; and where has the incidence of Lyme disease increased over time? The culmination of the course is the presentation of an original research project employing the methods learned.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lincoln.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 365-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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