GEOG205

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

15 points

Occurrences

Description

Geographic information systems (GIS) provide the tools for managing, analysing and presenting spatial information in an intuitive and graphical way. This course provides students with an introduction to the fundamental concepts, principles and techniques of GIS. The course examines the use of geographic technology including global positioning systems as well as GIS. It also introduces you to the development of GIS and GPS software skills, including ArcView.

Prerequisites

Any 30 points of 100 level geography, or
entry with the approval of the Head of Department.