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Introduction to GIS Mapping

This course is part of GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis.

Course Cost

Free course

Beginner

Skill Level

11 Hours

Self-paced lessons

This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.

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What you'll learn

  • Create and manipulate geographic data using GIS software

  • Understand vector and raster data models

  • Work with coordinate systems and map projections

  • Digitize features from satellite imagery

  • Design effective digital maps

  • Perform basic spatial analysis

Skills you'll gain

GIS Software
Spatial Analysis
Cartography
Map Projections
Vector Data
Raster Data
Coordinate Systems
ArcGIS
Digital Mapping
Geographic Data

This course includes:

7.08 Hours PreRecorded video

6 assignments

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

FullTime access

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There are 6 modules in this course

This foundational course introduces students to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and digital mapping. The curriculum covers essential concepts including vector and raster data models, coordinate systems, map projections, and spatial analysis. Students gain practical experience with ArcGIS software, learning to create and manipulate geographic data. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on projects, culminating in students creating their own GIS data through digitizing features from satellite imagery. Topics include map scale, data representation, coordinate systems, and fundamental cartographic principles.

What is a GIS?

Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete

Introduction to ArcGIS

Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete

Mapping the real world with vector and raster data

Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete

Mapping Locations with Coordinate Systems

Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete

Flattening the Earth with Map Projections

Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete

Project: Creating Your Own Data

Module 6 · 4 Hours to complete

Fee Structure

Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis

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Introduction to GIS Mapping

Beginner

Skill Level

11 Hours

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

Free course

Completion

CERTIFICATE

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