Mar 14, 2025  
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AUENV 218 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems


Course Career Undergraduate
Units 3
Approved Hours 3-0-3
Fee index 6
Faculty Augustana Faculty
Department AU Science
Typically Offered either term

Description
Introduction to fundamentals and applications of Geographic Information Systems. Topics include the nature of geographic data, geo-referencing systems, geographic modelling, data collection and management, and spatial analysis. Practical applications of GIS will be emphasized with the use of appropriate computer software. Prerequisite: Any 100-level science course. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUGEO 218 (2021) and AUENV 218.