Geospatial Applications GEOA 101 – 3 Credits Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Introduces students to the concepts, science, and theory of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial analysis. Students work with the leading software and technology in the field of geospatial analysis and get hands-on experience using the latest version of ArcGIS. Students master sufficient introductory concepts and skills to develop, complete, and present a GIS project. 2 lecture hours (this course is delivered in a combination lecture and lab format) and 3 lab hours. NOTE: Same as CADD 154. Credit can be earned for one course only. Prerequisites: ENGL 051 or ESOL 051 and RDNG 051 GEOA 110 – 4 Credits Intermediate Geographic Information Systems Extends the initial Geographic Information Systems (GIS) skills developed in GEOA 101 into real-world situations enabling students to determine a specific objective, acquire data, incorporate the data in a GIS project, analyze the project, and present results and conclusions. Open to students who have some GIS experience and wish to expand their skills. Utilizes primarily ESRI ArcView software. 3 lecture hours and 3 lab hours. Prerequisite: GEOA 101 or written permission from instructor required GEOA 150 – 3 Credits Remote Sensing and Global Positioning for GIS Introduces the concepts of remote sensing, use of the Global Positioning System (GPS) and interpretation of the collected information by the use of Geographic Information Systems. It covers sensors operating in the visible, infrared, and microwave range of the electro-magnetic spectrum. The use of imaging GIS software for manipulation and image processing of digital satellite data is also emphasized. 2 lecture hours and 3 lab hours. Prerequisite: GEOA 110 or written permission from instructor required GEOA 181 – 1 Credit Cooperative Education: Geospatial Applications Provides opportunity for application and expansion of Geospatial skills in a paid practical experience. Credit is based on the total number of hours worked and the attainment of objectives. Prerequisites: GEOA 110 or consent of instructor. Written permission from program coordinator must be submitted for registration. GEOA 182 – 2 Credits Cooperative Educations: Geospatial Applications Provides opportunity for application and expansion of Geospatial skills in a paid practical experience. Credit is based on the total number of hours worked and the attainment of objectives. Prerequisites: GEOA 110 or consent of instructor. Written permission from program coordinator must be submitted for registration. GEOA 183 – 3 Credits Cooperative Education: Geospatial Applications Provides opportunity for application and expansion of Geospatial skills in a paid practical experience. Credit is based on the total number of hours worked and the attainment of objectives. Prerequisites: GEOA 110 or consent of instructor. Written permission from program coordinator must be submitted for registration. GEOA 210 – 4 Credits Decision Making Using Geographic Information Systems Builds on the skills developed in GEOA 101 and GEOA 110. Case studies and applications examine real-world situations and evaluate and incorporate data into a GIS project using ArcGIS extensions such as Spatial Analyst and 3D mapper. Students gain an understanding of how to apply GIS software to aid in evaluating problems in a wide range of areas. 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours. Prerequisite: GEOA 110 or written permission from instructor required GEOA 250 – 3 Credits Advanced Geospatial Applications Draws student experience together in the capstone course in Geospatial Applications. Students complete several assigned projects and develop appropriate maps and other supporting materials. A student-selected/instructor-approved project is a major component of the course. The course utilizes primarily ESRI ArcGIS software. 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours. Prerequisites: GEOA 150 and GEOA 210 or written permission from instructor required