Courses - LCSC Catalog

Geographic Information Science (GIS)

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Course Descriptions - Lewis-Clark State College 2002-2003 Catalog

GIS 371 - Introduction to Geographic Information Science (4 cr.)

Serves all who benefit from the ability to record and manipulate spatially registered data, including field biologists, marketers, political scientists, criminal justice students, sociologists, historians, archeologists, anthropologists, geologists and many others. Emphasis is on understanding spatial data, manipulating data in computer databases and current GIS applications. Lecture and laboratory. Lab fee.

GIS 471 - Advanced Geographic Information Science (4 cr.)

An advanced Geographic Information Science course with emphasis on development of a semester long, real-world GIS project using state-of-the-art tools and techniques. Additional emphasis will also be placed on project management including goal setting, time lines and production scheduling. Lecture and laboratory. Pre-requisite: A grade of "C" or better in GIS 271. Lab fee.

GIS 481 - Digital Remote Sensing (4 cr.)

Computer processing, analysis and interpretation of digital remote sensing data with and emphasis on application of remotely sensed imagery to the analysis of environmental quality and management of natural resources. Pre-requisite: A grade of "C" or better in GIS 271. Lab fee.

GIS 290/490 - Directed Study in GIS (Variable credits)

GIS 291/491 - Workshops in GIS (Variable credits)

GIS 292/492 - Special Topics in GIS (Variable credits)

GIS 295/495 - Practicum in GIS (1-2 credits)

Experience in the practical problems associated with equipping, setting up, operating, teaching and/or administering laboratory courses in GIS. May be repeated for a total of 4 credits. Pre-requisite: approval of division chair.

GIS 296/496 - Cooperative Education (Variable credits)

Academic credit for professional-level work experience in industry, government, or non-profit agencies. Pre-requisite: job placement and permission of instructor.

GIS 499 - Senior Project and Seminar (1-3 cr.)

Presentation of research results, via submission of a paper for review, or presentation at a professional meeting, or presentation at an LCSC-based forum is required. Pre-requisite: A grade of "C" or better in NS 398.