GEOG 0091B. Intermediate Geospatial Design
Unit: 1
Prerequisite: Completion with a grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOG 90 or 91A
Hours: 18 lecture
Builds on basic principles of beginning GIS Design, creating and editing maps, organizing GIS data for spatial analysis, and producing map layouts. (CSU)
GEOG 0091B - Intermediate Geospatial Design
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Completion with a grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOG 90 or 91A Hours: 18 lecture Description: Builds on basic principles of beginning GIS Design, creating and editing maps, organizing GIS data for spatial analysis, and producing map layouts. (CSU) Units 1 Lecture-Discussion 18 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 18 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Compare and contrast different geographic coordinate systems, map projections and datums used in GIS. Evaluate effective map design based on cartographic principle and use of scale. Convert and incorporate GPS data, CAD data, other databases or tables into the GIS using software techniques. Develop metadata as part of data dictionary; explain attributes and value codes. Course Content Outline I. Review basic GIS purposes to solve spatial problems; A. Review basic of using, making, and sharing maps to illustrate spatial relationships B. Review map design core basics & matrix of key elements C. Review map elements including projections & datums II. Working with Spatial Data A. build file geodatabase B. spatial data C. Geoprocessing D. Digitizing III. Applying advanced GIS technologies A. Spatial analysis B. Raster GIS and 3D GIS IV. Managing operational systems with GIS A. Case studies with project Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Use the GIS platform and basic features, such as adding map layers. 2. Apply effective symbology and labels for desired map design. 3. Define good database design. 4. Create file "geodatabase" or equivalent from scratch. 5. Edit existing geographic features; edit attribute tables. 6. Project data for display, define a projection using software. 7. Advanced queries, buffer features, overlay data, calculate attribute values through exercises. 8. Dissolve or merge features. 9. Perform spatial joins. 10. Export data; publish web maps. 11. Create map layout (adding title, north arrow, labels, inset maps, etc.). Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Problem Solving Examinations Projects Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read about map design specific to choropleth maps, comparing and contrasting pros & cons, such as simple to view but distort truth based on area size (e.g. 2012 election) or classification scheme errors or distortions and be prepared to discuss in class. 2. Read through Geoprocessing section, complete exercises regarding theory and skills. Also, synthesize text material with any related assignment to "transfer" these skills sets and be prepared to discuss in class. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Using real-world data, create a Geodatabase and import existing data into newly created format. 2. Using Geoprocessing / geospatial tools, student will buffer, dissolve, union layers to simplify or modify output to meet specific objectives, for example to combine zip codes or find intersection of zip code and census tracts. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Standard term project using real-world data (election results data) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
