GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS — ADVANCED DIPLOMA

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will focus on the use of ArcGIS and its extensions for vector and raster analysis, Model Builder for analysis workflow control, and Python scripting for automation.

Pre-requisites: Successful completion of GIS 302 or equivalent.

GIS 306 - INTRODUCTION TO REMOTE SENSING

This course will integrate both lecture and lab time to cover the foundations of remote sensing and engage in specific applications such as image classification and multi-spectral analysis.

Pre-requisites: Admission to ADGIS program.

GIS 307 - REMOTE SENSING IN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Building upon the skills introduced in Introduction

to Remote Sensing I, this course will cover topics

in the biophysical, geophysical, and human activity applications of remote sensing as well as change detection, object-oriented analysis, and active and passive imaging. Lectures will be integrated with labs emphasizing practical experience in remote sensing software applications using PCI Geomatica and Definiens.

This course consists, in part, of an independent project designed and conducted by groups of students to foster a team approach in executing a remote sensing project. Each group will identify a project to be approved by the instructor during the first week of the class. Students are expected to work as a team to complete their chosen project. The teams will periodically discuss project progress and demonstrate provisional results to the instructor.

GIS 310 - GIS DATA MANAGEMENT

Over the last few decades, geospatial technologies have evolved and infiltrated into an exponential number of organizations’ and people’s lives to the point where they are ubiquitous. Along with this great expansion of use comes an even greater need to access the right data and to manage and utilize it appropriately for each unique project. This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of dealing with spatial data and data management principles. We will explore key topics related to working with spatial data including data discovery, data dissemination and data use. Along with these topics comes the need to discuss ethics of data use and data use guidelines, data formats, standards and translation, metadata, as well as general data management and maintenance principles.

Pre-requisites: Admission to ADGIS Program.

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GIS 313 - DATABASE SYSTEMS

As an integral part of GIS, the associated relational database system is used for query and analysis operations that aid in solving spatial problems.

This introduction to relational database systems includes topics of; database models, structured query language (SQL), database design, data definition, data dictionaries and linking databases.

GIS 314 - SPATIAL DATABASE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

The purpose of this course is to introduce both conceptual and practical aspects of designing and developing first, a relational database, and second, a geodatabase. The course will provide an overview of common foundational design methodologies for both arelational database and a geodatabase. Included in this overview, the course will cover database design and implementation using Access 2007, Oracle and ArcSDE.

Pre-requisites: GIS 313.

GIS 316 - INTRODUCTION TO CAD FOR GIS PROFESSIONALS

This course provides an introduction to Autodesk's computer-assisted design and drafting software for GIS students. Students will learn the fundamentals of the drafting environment, including setting up their workspace, utilizing common tools, creating and modifying entities and text, and crafting print layouts. Time permitting, AutoCad Map 3D will be explored

as well as related and relevant mobile tools. This course will frequently touch upon the differences and similarities of CAD and GIS as well as when and how GIS professionals may use CAD in their career and how transitions between the two environments may occur. Students will work through a practical project which requires movement of data between CAD and GIS environments and associated sound procedures required for standardized and good data quality. By the end of the course students should gain appreciation of the complementary technology that CAD offers alongside GIS.

Pre-requisites: Admission to ADGIS Program.

GIS 318 - CARTOGRAPHY AND GEOVISUALIZATION

Cartography is the art and science of map making and map use. Preparation of high quality maps that readily reveal land management, planning, environmental or other concerns is critical to ensure that important messages are conveyed

in an easily interpretable fashion. This course introduces the concepts and methods of cartographic communication, design, and geovisualization. Mapping fundamentals will address subjects such as coordinate systems, projections, datums, cartographic generalization, map types, and map

design considerations. Virtual cartography and

other topical methods of conveying geoinformation, such as computer atlases, web mapping, and 3D-4D visualization will be explored. All cartographic principles and practices will be examined in relationship to GIS and other geospatial technologies.

Pre-requisites: Admission to ADGIS Program.

GIS 320 - GIS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Knowledge of current and relevant developments and trends in the GIS profession are essential for new practitioners to achieve success in the marketplace and their world. During this course, several local

GIS guest speakers are invited to the classroom for learner access and networking. We will explore old, new, and emerging topics related to professionalism including professional ethics, certification, life-long learning, and entrepreneurialism.

GIS 321 - NEW MEDIA FOR GIS

A venue to showcase your work or business is important, no matter what your profession. This New media course consists of a series of workshops designed to build skills using some popular New media industry tools, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CamStudio, and an Open Source CMS; Wordpress.

In addition to creating New media products, we will also explore social media tools and their benefits. Learning these tools will provide you with a strong foundation from which you can build your own website, hosting your own interesting media outputs to showcase your work.

GIS 323 - INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEMS

This course will introduce the fundamental concepts of Global Navigation Satellite Systems with specific emphasis on Global Positioning System (GPS) and the applied technologies for GPS data collection and GIS integration. Through interactive instruction and hands-on course exercises, students will work with a variety of GPS tools and field collection techniques to learn how to create, edit, update and manage geographic information. Emphasis areas will include familiarity with GPS receivers, GPS processing software, data collection standards and cartography.

Pre-requisites: Admission to ADGIS Program.

GIS 325 - INTERNET MAPPING

This course investigates the full range of Internet and intranet mapping, including static maps, online data, and web map (image) and feature services. Most of the emphasis of the course will be on the use of ESRI’s ArcGIS Server software to serve maps over the Internet. Free mass media applications Google Earth and Google Map applications will be

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