94-802 Geographic Information Systems
Location: Pittsburgh
Units: 12
Semester Offered: Fall
Course description
A Geographic Information System (GIS) provides storage, retrieval, and visualization of geographically referenced data as well as design and analysis of spatial information. GIS provides unique analytical tools to investigate spatial relationships, patterns, and processes of cultural, biological, demographic, economic, social, environmental, health care, criminal, and other phenomena.
The course uses asynchronous video lectures for a deep understanding of GIS, supplemented by in-person or Zoom lectures and weekly office hours for personal interaction. Software tutorials are used to learn industry-leading tools from Esri Inc., including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Map Viewer, ArcGIS Story Maps, and Dashboards. Subject areas span a broad array of disciplines including but not limited to architecture, data analytics, education, engineering, environmental studies, health, public policy, sustainability, urban design, planning, and transportation.
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