Data Acquisition for GIS

Asynchronous & Synchronous Online Courses

All classes are offered online in one of two class formats:

  • Asynchronous: Classes are offered over the course of one week. Attendance at optional virtual meetings with the instructor is encouraged but not required.
  • Synchronous: Classes are offered over the course of two days (Friday & Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.). Attendance at virtual meetings with the instructor is required.

Class Number: 10559

Spring 2021

GEOG 9022

1.6 CEUs
Fee: 

$395

This course explores various methods of capturing data for use in GIS, including digitizing from maps, digital photos, and satellite imagery; locating and reformatting existing digital data, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), scanning, image classification and address matching. Topics will include methods of attributing and concepts of data conversion, georeferencing, projections, and coordinate systems. Class format: approximately 50% lecture, 50% software applications.

Dates Days and Times Location Faculty
2/1/21-2/5/21 asynchronous Online Andrew Richardson
Section: 

1

Notes: 

Course fee: $395
Enrollment Deadline: Monday, January 25, 2021
Enrolled students are provided access to student licensing for ArcGIS and/or Erdas software, which only work on a Windows operating system. These software programs are NOT compatible with a Mac operating system. For Mac users, review alternative options here: https://gis.sfsu.edu/arcgis-on-a-mac
Optional lab meetings will be held in the evening M-Th.

Class Number: 10559

Spring 2021 Refund Information

Refund Code Full Refund 75% Refund No Refund
CEL_2 Class dropped one day prior to class start day Class dropped on class start day Class dropped beyond class start day

 

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