GEOG 5560 - Introduction to GIS Programming

3 hours

Modern GIS embraces the concept of open systems, which means GIS software can be customized to fit specific requirements of individual implementation environments. Students learn key concepts and develop skills in object-oriented programming, GIS customization, and application development. In addition to laboratory exercises, students design and implement a GIS programming project and gain hands-on skills in accessing databases, maps, data layers, features, and geometric objects in GIS.

Prerequisite(s): GEOG 5500 or consent of department.

Meets with GEOG 4560.