Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is an exciting set of technology tools used in almost every field imaginable. Knowledge of GIS and experience with spatial analysis will enhance your resume and allow you to analyze and manage your data more effectively than ever before. Gain an overview of GIS in this hands-on workshop. Learn about terms and concepts, available systems, data sources and design and policy decisions that must be addressed prior to implementation of a GIS project. By combining lectures and hands-on experience working with ArcGIS, this course will provide you with a basic working knowledge of GIS and a concrete sense of the planning and design work involved in using GIS.
Academic Units
2
Section Number
234GIS101
Instruction Method
Classroom + extended classroom

Association Credits

American Planning Assoc (AICP)
20.00

Location

One Capitol Mall

1 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA, 95814

One Capitol Mall

One Capitol Mall 1 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA, 95814

Section Notes

This class is scheduled to be held in-person.

Refund Deadline: April 10, 2024.  Refunds and/or enrollment transfers will not be approved after this date.

Enrollment Policies

Drop requests (withdraw with a refund) will be approved, less a $30 processing fee, if the request is received seven calendar days before the course begins. Click here to view complete enrollment policy information including details on withdrawals and transfers.

Refund Deadline: April 10, 2024.  Refunds and/or enrollment transfers will not be approved after this date.

Technical Requirements

Students will need to bring their personal laptop with a minimum of 8GB of RAM and a dual core processor (64 bit) that can run Windows 11. Mac users will need Windows 11 installed either using Boot Camp or virtualization (VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.). For instructions see here: https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/latest/get-started/run-pro-on-a-mac.htm Students will be provided with a student license for ArcGIS Pro. Instructions with licensing and installation will be provided prior to the course start.

Discounts

Info Session Discount

Attendees of UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Information Sessions may be eligible for $100 discount on a class by entering the Coupon Code provided at the Information Session.  Contact UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Student Services office, at (800) 752-0881, if you have questions about this discount.

AEP

Members can receive 10% discount on the course fee by entering the Coupon Code.  If you don’t have your association discount code, contact UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Student Services at (800) 752-0881.