PLSCS 4200

Geographic Information Systems

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2016-2017.

Principles and applications of geographic information systems for characterizing and assessing agronomic and environmental systems. Emphasizes accessing, updating, analyzing, and mapping geo-spatial data and information. Considers information needs assessment; spatial data accession; coordinate systems; spatial database design, construction, and maintenance; modeling and analysis; map accuracy assessment; and digital cartography.

When Offered Spring.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Recommended prerequisite: PLSCS 4110 but not required.

• Understand the structure and function of geographic information systems.
• Develop proficiency in coordinate systems, projections, and datums.
• Understand the types of spatial data models and appropriate application environment.
• Develop proficiency for developing a geospatial database.
• Practice elementary and intermediate-level geospatial data processing methods.
• Practice elementary and intermediate-level geospatial data analysis methods.
• Increase awareness of geospatial data assessment and visualization methods.
• Conduct an independent applications-based project.
• Develop and present an oral, collaborative group project report.

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