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Upon successful completion of the required coursework, the student will be able
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Gather and manipulate data from various
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Import and export computer-aided-design data;
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Use data collected from GPS (Global
Positioning System) and Remote Sensing sources for inclusion in a map;
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Use GIS, GPS, CAD (Computer Aided Design)
to solve an Architectural or Engineering spatial task.
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Emphasis will be placed on: |
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Gaining skill with the ArcView and GPS
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Gaining an understanding of how Geospatial
Technology is utilized in the fields of Architecture and Engineering;
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Students working together in small groups to complete
exercises in the field and classroom.
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The class will consist of: |
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Practical exercises using the ArcView GIS
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Use of GPS equipment and software to collect
spatial information;
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Field work around the GCC campus collecting
spatial data for the creation of projects in the GIS Lab;
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Lecture and class discussion about GIS theory
and its use in industry and education;
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Guest Speakers from the Geospatial Field;
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Creation of a portfolio of the student's work
that may be used for employment and/or college credit.
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Click below for sample projects that were completed using
the ArcView Software. All files are in PDF format.
Click this icon
if you need to download the software.
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GIS Flyer
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Sample #1
(Population Study of the Fairbanks, Alaska area)
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Sample #2
(Map showing the effect of a 45 foot tsunami on the southern portion of Los
Angeles County)
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Sample #3
(Census Tract map of the City of Glendale, Ca)
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Sample #4
(Walking Map showing Historic District of Downtown Pittsburgh)
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Sample #5
(Evacuation Map and Shelter Location)
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Sample #6
(Map showing election results for 2000 Presidential Election)
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GIS, GPS and Mapping
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