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Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Nick Santos, Jeff Loux, Ph.D., and Eric Howard

Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is an increasingly sought after skill in industries from agriculture to public health. This Specialization, offered in partnership with ArcGIS developer Esri, will teach the skills you need to successfully use GIS software in a professional setting. You will learn how to analyze your spatial data, use cartography techniques to communicate your results in maps, and collaborate with peers in GIS and GIS-dependent fields. In the final Capstone Project, you will create a professional-quality GIS portfolio piece using a combination of data identification and collection, analytical map development, and spatial analysis techniques. Interested in learning advanced GIS topics? Check out the Spatial Data Analysis and Visualization MasterTrack™ Program.

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Five courses

GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality

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In this course, the second in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization, you will go in-depth with common data types, structures, quality and storage. You will learn about data models and formats, including vector data and raster concepts. You will also learn how to create a vector data model, work with rasters, and explore datasets for quality and uncertainty.

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Fundamentals of GIS

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Explore the world of spatial analysis and cartography with geographic information systems (GIS). In this class, you will learn the basics of the industry’s leading software tool, ArcGIS, during four week-long modules: Week 1: Learn how GIS evolved and install ArcGIS on your computer. Week 2: Explore data using ArcMap and learn foundational GIS concepts. Week 3: Symbolize data and create maps. Week 4: Share your data and maps and learn to store and organize your data.

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Imagery, Automation, and Applications

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Welcome to the final course of the specialization! Using your ArcGIS knowledge, complete technical tasks like raster calculations and suitability analysis. In this class, you'll become comfortable with spatial analysis and applications within GIS during four week-long modules:

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Geospatial and Environmental Analysis

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Apply your GIS knowledge in this course on geospatial analysis, focusing on analysis tools, 3D data, working with rasters, projections, and environment variables. We'll work through a project together, from conception to analysis products.

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Geospatial Analysis Project

In this project-based course, you will design and execute a complete GIS-based analysis, from identifying a concept to creating final data products and maps. Your project will demonstrate your mastery of GIS and is broken into four phases:

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56 hours

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Institution

University of California, Davis

Instructors

Nick Santos

Jeff Loux, Ph.D.

Eric Howard

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