NRT 2315 – Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - Natural Resource Technology

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Essentials of Geographic Information Systems by Jonathan Campbell, UCLA & MIchael Shin, UCLA
ISBN: 9781453321966
Publication Date: 2011
Essentials of Geographic Information Systems integrates key concepts behind the technology with practical concerns and real-world applications. Recognizing that many potential GIS users are nonspecialists or may only need a few maps, this book is designed to be accessible, pragmatic, and concise. Essentials of Geographic Information Systems also illustrates how GIS is used to ask questions, inform choices, and guide policy.
Spatial Thinking in Planning Practice: An Introduction to GIS by Yiping Fang, Portland State University, Portland, OR ; Vivek Shandas, Portland State University & Eugenio Arriaga Cordero, Portland State University
ISBN: 9781312778986
Publication Date: 2014
The goals of this textbook are to help students acquire the technical skills of using software and managing a database, and develop research skills of collecting data, analyzing information and presenting results. We emphasize that the need to investigate the potential and practicality of GIS technologies in a typical planning setting and evaluate its possible applications.
Nature of Geographic Information Systems by David DiBiase, Pennsylvania State University
Publication Date: 2014
The purpose of this text is to promote understanding of the Geographic Information Science and Technology enterprise (GIS&T, also known as “geospatial”).
Applied Geography: Analyzing Our World with GIS by R. Adam Dastrup, MA, GISP
Geography is also an important spatial science and uses geospatial technology to understand the various environments spatially and over time. This is done by using technologies such as satellite imagery, aerial photography, global positioning systems and geographic information systems to name a few. It also requires geographers to have a strong background in spatial thinking and analysis to understand patterns, connects, and pathways between the physical and cultural environments.
Introduction to GIS by Ulrike Ingram Allison J. Bailey Amber Ignatius Katayoun Mobasher Mark Patterson
Publication Date: 2021
This is a collection of readings, videos, tutorials, and other resources about GIS - geographic information system or science. These materials are used at Kennesaw State University and the University of North Georgia in an Introduction to GIS course.
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems by R. Adam Dastrup, MA, GISP
Essentials of Geographic Information Systems integrates key concepts behind the technology with practical concerns and real-world applications. Recognizing that many potential GIS users are nonspecialists or may only need a few maps, this book is designed to be accessible, pragmatic, and concise. Essentials of Geographic Information Systems also illustrates how GIS is used to ask questions, inform choices, and guide policy. From the melting of the polar ice caps to privacy issues associated with mapping, this book provides a gentle, yet substantive, introduction to the use and application of digital maps, mapping, and GIS.

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Introduction to Remote Sensing
This course is an introduction to remote sensing of the Earth. Topics include the physical principles on which remote sensing is based, history and future trends, sensors and their characteristics, image data sources, and image classification, interpretation and analysis techniques. This course is designed to be used as a stand-alone course to complement other disciplines or as an entry level course into a geospatial program. Course content is based upon the United States Department of Labor's Geospatial Technology Competency Model for entry level geospatial occupations including Geospatial or GIS Technicians and Technologists.
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Please note that all course materials and content are provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.).
Open Source GIS
This course teaches students about Open Source software for both desktop and internet GIS applications. Students will learn the concepts of Open Source software, and the leading desktop and web mapping Open Source software packages such as Quantum GIS (QGIS) and OpenStreetMap. Students will apply technology in lab exercises using real-world data.
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Please note that all course materials and content are provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.).
Spatial Analysis
Introduces students to problem-solving and decision making using geospatial analysis techniques, applicable to a range of disciplines.
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Please note that all course materials and content are provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.).

GST105 (Introduction to Remote Sensing)
This course is an introduction to remote sensing of the Earth. Topics include the physical principles on which remote sensing is based, history and future trends, sensors and their characteristics, image data sources, and image classification, interpretation and analysis techniques. This course is designed to be used as a stand-alone course to complement other disciplines or as an entry level course into a geospatial program.
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Please note that course materials and content may be provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.).
GEOG2700 (Open Source GIS)
This course teaches students about Open Source software for both desktop and internet GIS applications. Students will learn the concepts of Open Source software, and the leading desktop and web mapping Open Source software packages such as Quantum GIS (QGIS) and OpenStreetMap. Students will apply technology in lab exercises using real-world data.
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Please note that course materials and content may be provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.).
GST104 (Cartographic Design)
This course introduces fundamental cartographic concepts. Successful students will be able to employ design principles to create and edit effective visual representations of data in different formats. Specific topics include the ethical and appropriate application of map scale, map projections, generalization, and symbolization.
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Please note that course materials and content may be provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.).
GST102 (Spatial Analysis)
Introduces students to problem-solving and decision making using geospatial analysis techniques, applicable to a range of disciplines.
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Please note that course materials and content may be provided in the IMS Common Cartridge (IMSCC) format. The content can be accessed by opening the IMSCC file using your organization's Learning Management System application (these include Blackboard, D2L, Canvas etc.).

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