GIS 310 - GIS Programming and Customization

Institution:

Wilkes University

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Description:

The course introduces students to methods of solving geospatial problems by creating automated Geographic Information System (GIS) software through programming. Python programming language - with its simple syntax and powerful set of libraries - will be used to write and edit scripts that add functionality to existing GIS desktop tools and to automate geospatial analytic processes. No previous programming experience is required. Python programming topics will include object-oriented programming, object model diagrams, loops, if-then statements, and modular code design within the context of geospatial analytics and workflows to solve geospatial problems. This course it designated as computer intensive (CI). Two hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week equivalent. Click here for course fees.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

[[GIS-271]], or permission of the instructor.

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

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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