Courses
GIS A101 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems 3 Credits
Introduces the concepts and practical skills of geographic information systems (GIS). Covers the digital representation of geographic objects, data sources, data input and manipulation, map projection and coordinate systems including the Public Land Survey System (PLSS), data management and analysis, and mapping and presentation of geographic information.
Special Note: Students must attend the lab GIS A101L concurrently. The lab is not a separate course but is designed as a separate session to facilitate scheduling.
Corequisites: GIS A101L.
GIS A201 Intermediate Geographic Information Systems 3 Credits
Introduces theoretical and practical examination of analytical methods used in advanced GIS. Topics include georeferencing, spatial analysis and inference, geospatial database, network analysis, and spatial modeling and visualization.
Prerequisites: GIS A101 with a minimum grade of C and (MATH A152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A155 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A221 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251F with a minimum grade of C).
GIS A301 Web GIS 3 Credits
Introduces the principles and practical applications of using web technologies to solve geospatial problems.
Prerequisites: CSCE A101 with a minimum grade of C and GIS A201 with a minimum grade of C.
GIS A351 Remote Sensing 3 Credits
Introduces principles of image formation, electromagnetic spectrum, imaging systems, photo interpretation and image classification using image analysis software.
Prerequisites: GIS A201 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
GIS A458 Spatial Data Management 3 Credits
Presents database technology underlying database management systems. Topics include database design concepts, spatial databases, querying, implementation of relational and spatial operators, and system architecture for spatial and non-spatial databases.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have taken GIS A658.
May Be Stacked With: GIS A658
Prerequisites: GIS A201 with a minimum grade of C.
GIS A466 Spatial Analysis 3 Credits
Introduces theoretical foundation for, and practical application of, the statistical analysis of spatial data. Topics include characterization of spatial data, techniques for visualizing, exploring and modeling spatial data distributed as point patterns, continuous data, area data, and spatial interaction data.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have taken GIS A666.
May Be Stacked With: GIS A666
Prerequisites: GIS A201 with a minimum grade of C and STAT A253 with a minimum grade of C.
GIS A467 Image Analysis 3 Credits
Introduces principles of digital image processing, multi-temporal image analysis, change detection and spatio-temporal geo-visualization.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have taken GIS A667.
May Be Stacked With: GIS A667
Prerequisites: CSCE A101 with a minimum grade of C and GIS A201 with a minimum grade of C.
GIS A498 Individual Research 1-3 Credits
Covers process of successful undergraduate research from literature review to completion of the research and its publication. Students will be engaged in an independent research project covering topics in geomatics under the supervision of a faculty member.
Special Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
Registration Restrictions: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Geomatics, junior or senior standing, and department approval
GIS A603 Fundamentals of Data Science and Engineering 3 Credits
Covers concepts and practical skills in the field of data science. Emphasizes the essential knowledge and hands-on expertise required to work with data, including data collection, cleaning, visualization, and analysis. Cultivates problem-solving abilities in the context of data-centric applications.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing or instructor approval
Crosslisted With: CSCE A603 and EE A603
GIS A658 Advanced Database Management Systems 3 Credits
Presents database technologies underlying database management systems. Includes database design concepts, querying, implementation of relational and spatial operators, and system architecture for spatial and non-spatial databases. Includes analysis of research articles on working with large datasets.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed GIS A458.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing or instructor approval
May Be Stacked With: GIS A458
GIS A666 Statistical Analysis for Geospatial Applications 3 Credits
Presents the theoretical basis for, and practical application of the statistical analysis of spatial data. Covers characterization of spatial data, techniques for visualizing, exploring and modeling spatial data distributed as point patterns, continuous data, area data, and spatial interaction data. Includes analysis of research articles on advanced spatial analysis subjects.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed GIS A466.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing or instructor approval
May Be Stacked With: GIS A466
GIS A667 Digital Image Processing and Analysis 3 Credits
Covers principles of digital image processing, multi-temporal image analysis, change detection, and spatio-temporal geo-visualization. Includes analysis of research articles on advanced digital image processing and analysis topics.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed GIS A467.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing or instructor approval
May Be Stacked With: GIS A467
GIS A690 Selected Topics in Data Science and Engineering 1-3 Credits
Examines advanced topics in data science and engineering.
Special Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits with a change of subtitle.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing or instructor approval
Crosslisted With: EE A690
GIS A695 Professional Internship 3 Credits
Applies data science and/or data engineering skills in a professional work setting. Arranges assignments and projects with cooperating organizations and agencies.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and instructor approval
Crosslisted With: CSCE A695 and EE A695
GIS A698 Individual Research 3 Credits
Engages students in an independent research project under the supervision of a faculty member. Results will be prepared to a publishable standard as determined by the graduate advisor.
Special Note: May be repeated once for credit.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and instructor approval