2022 Summer Session D
6 weeks, July 5 - August 12
ESPM 72 001 - LEC 001
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Christine Gehrig-Downie
Class #:13057
Units: 3
Instruction Mode:
In-Person Instruction
Offered through
Environmental Science, Policy, and Management
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
3
Enrolled: 21
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 24
Waitlist Max: 20
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
6.5 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week, 10 hours of outside work hours per week, and 6 hours of instructional experiences requiring special laboratory equipment and facilities per week.
Other classes by Christine Gehrig-Downie
Other classes by Christine Gehrig-Downie
Course Catalog Description
Introduction to computer systems, data processing software for natural resources studies. Components of geographic information systems; concepts of surveying, mapping, and remote sensing as data sources; various methods of data processing and analysis including classification, map overlay, buffer analysis, topographic modeling, spatial interpolation, and map design with a GIS. Intensive hands-on practices with relevant computer software packages.
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats