ENV 526G Introduction to GIS Mapping

Prerequisite: ENV 502 or permission of the instructor. Introduces information systems, georeferenced data, and vector-based versus raster-based GIS. The course focuses on basic principles of map design and digital cartography, including scale, projection, and symbolization and generalization of geometry and content. Lectures complement intensive, hands-on use of the ArcGIS software package through in-class and homework tutorials and challenge exercises.