Institution: University of North Dakota
Semester(s): Fall 2025
Introduction
In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn about the various aspects of a GIS. Topics will range from a review of cartographic elements that go into effective map design to GIS analysis. Textbook readings and lab assignments will accompany each topic covered in this class; students will learn the GIS’s theoretical and technical aspects through the book and hands-on applications. In addition, there will be additional readings to expound on various topics.
Upon the completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the core concepts of GIS.
- Apply GIS software to mapping problems and perform basic GIS operations, including queries, spatial joins, map overlay, and geocoding to solve spatial problems.
- Construct and design effective maps using GIS software.
- Analyze data sets for usability and validity within a GIS.
- Evaluate the variety of uses for GIS and how it can impact the regional and global community.