GIS 271 - Introduction to GPS & GIS

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Wilkes University

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Description:

An introduction to Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and geospatial mapping concepts and applications. Topics include coordinate systems, reference ellipsoids, geodetic datums, map projections, history of GIS, relational database management, quality control, GIS as a decision support tool, and data manipulation, processing, and analysis. Practical field use of GPS is emphasized within the context of understanding system components, satellite signal processing, selective availability, base station differential correction, and data export to GIS. Geospatial data science is discussed within the context of real-world locational phenomena. This course it designated as computer intensive (CI). Two hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Click here for course fees.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wilkes.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 408-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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