RA554 GIS Analysis (3 cr.)

This course introduces the concepts of spatial analysis. Emphasis is directed to developing proficiency with database development, using ArcGIS ArcInfo, ArcGIS, ArcEditor, and ArcGIS ArcScan. Additional importance is placed on foundational theory and concepts, and on understanding and utilizing standard operation procedures (SOP) as well as understanding and generating supplemental “metadata” to accompany database development. Data models covered in the course include the ‘Coverage’, ‘Shapefile’, and ‘Geodatabase’.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand the advantages/disadvantages of various GIS platforms.
2. Apply knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts of spatial data analysis.
3. Understand and use basic and advanced GIS analysis techniques.
4. Learn the core mapping and analytical skills.
5. Demonstrate a continuum of analytical analysis excellence in spatial analysis and ArcGIS competencies and strategies as identified by the immediate above four student learning objectives.