Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
GISC101
Description
This course introduces students to the use of remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) to identify and quantify environmental patterns. Topics include uses of geospatial data, the importance of map scale, projections and coordinate systems, basic geospatial analysis techniques, and cartography. Students will critically evaluate geospatial information and use quantitative reasoning skills to identify patterns in geospatial data, with an emphasis on environmental applications. This course is taught using ArcGIS Online.
Dates
Apr 7, 2025 — May 11, 2025
May 19, 2025 — Jun 22, 2025
Aug 25, 2025 — Sep 28, 2025
Nov 17, 2025 — Dec 21, 2025
Feb 23, 2026 — Mar 29, 2026
May 18, 2026 — Jun 21, 2026
Location
Distance Education - Online
Registration Information
For credit cost: $1410
GIS StoryMap Badge
By completing this course, students obtain the GIS StoryMap Badge, which can be displayed on a LinkedIn profile. Badges from Unity Environmental University are verified through Acclaim/Credly. The StoryMap is an ESRI ArcGIS Web Application that students build as a professional step into the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) world.
