Geographic Information Systems Essentials Certificate of Completion

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are software systems that allow users to integrate spatially related information from spreadsheets with smart mapping capabilities. In the Geographic Information Systems Essentials Certificate of Completion, students work with ESRI ArcGIS software to learn fundamental concepts of performing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tasks including: identification and acquisition of GIS data; assessment of vector and raster systems, scale, resolution, map projection, coordinate systems; spatial analysis; geoprocessing; georeferencing and Global Positioning Systems; creation of online and interactive maps.

Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
  1. Demonstrate competence in using the ESRI ArcGIS Desktop and Pro software to create an accurate map.
  2. Demonstrate competence in using ArcGIS online products to create online and interactive maps.
  3. Articulate how GIS can be used in scientific, business and government applications.
  4. Using critical thinking skills, evaluate accuracy and effectiveness of different map projections and data management scales.

Program Requirements 

Course Code Title Units
NR 321AMap Layout & Presentation0
NR 321BEditing & Analyzing Map Data0