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Course Description

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to fundamental principles and concepts behind the use and application of geographic information systems (GIS). Students learn how to think spatially, become familiar with information technology, produce maps, communicate effectively using spatial information and conduct data analysis with GIS. Instruction is technique-oriented, focusing heavily on practical applications of GIS methods and practices using the industry-standard ArcGIS software platform. All course exercises situate GIS within both its practical and economic context. Key concepts and ideas are reinforced through practical assignments and activities involving the use of desktop GIS software.

Students will be earning transferable UCLA course credit for all courses in the certificate program. This course is accredited and approved by the UCLA Academic Senate as a credit-bearing course. It carries lower-division undergraduate credit. Weekly activities include reviewing video lectures, technical screencasts, and readings. Completing practical assignments involve the use of GIS methods to address real-world scenarios; Self-assessment using automated non-graded quizzes; and more.

Course Outline

Students will learn how to think spatially, become familiar with information technology, produce maps, communicate effectively using spatial information, and conduct data analysis with GIS.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Application

Name
Certificate in GIS and Geospatial Technology
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Section Title
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 01, 2024 to Sep 09, 2024
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (5 units) $2,250.00
Available for Credit
5 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jul 05, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 05, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 01, 2024 to Sep 08, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Required course in the GIS & Geospatial Technology Certificate program.

Students can choose to take GEOG XL 7 in one of two formats: self-paced or cohort-based. This is the cohort-based  version of the course. Students enrolled in the cohort-based version of the course will take the course over a standard ten-week academic quarter, with weekly due dates for course activities providing structure. This option is best for students who are motivated by deadlines and enjoy being able to engage in discussion with classmates.

This is an online course, wherein all course content is delivered online and all interaction among the instructor and the participants will take place online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/speakers, and webcam.

Technical requirements: Students are responsible for providing a personal computer with a minimum of 4GB of RAM that is capable of running Windows 10. Apple hardware running macOS can be used provided that Windows 10 is installed either using Boot Camp or virtualization (VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.) with at least 4GB of RAM allocated to Windows. Hardware specifications in excess of these minimum requirements will offer better performance and a better student experience. Students will be provided with a student license for ArcGIS as long as they are enrolled in program courses for which ArcGIS is required.

Enrollment limited to 50 students; early enrollment recommended. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Essentials of Geographic Information Systems, 2.0 by Shin, M., Campbell, J. and Burkhart, N. Flat World Publishing 2nd edition
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials
Section Title
Introduction to GIS (Self-paced)
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 01, 2024 to Dec 09, 2024
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (5 units) $2,250.00
Available for Credit
5 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jul 05, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 05, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 01, 2024 to Dec 08, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Required course in the GIS & Geospatial Technology Certificate program.

Students can choose to take GEOG XL 7 in one of two formats: self-paced or cohort-based. This is the self-paced version of the course.

Students enrolled in the self-paced version will have two quarters from the course's scheduled start date (NOT from date of enrollment) to complete the course, and there are no scheduled due dates for course activities. This option is best for self-motivated students who wish to complete what is typically a ten-week course either more quickly or over a longer period of time.

Students who enroll after the course's scheduled start date should be aware that they will have less than the full two quarters to complete course activities. Any students who wish to take advantage of the full two-quarter time window should enroll in the subsequent quarter's self-paced course in advance of the course's start date.

This is an online course, wherein all course content is delivered online and all interaction among the instructor and the participants will take place online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/speakers, and webcam.

Technical requirements: Students are responsible for providing a personal computer with a minimum of 4GB of RAM that is capable of running Windows 10. Apple hardware running macOS can be used provided that Windows 10 is installed either using Boot Camp or virtualization (VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.) with at least 4GB of RAM allocated to Windows. Hardware specifications in excess of these minimum requirements will offer better performance and a better student experience. Students will be provided with a student license for ArcGIS as long as they are enrolled in program courses for which ArcGIS is required.

Enrollment limited to 50 students; early enrollment recommended. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Essentials of Geographic Information Systems, 2.0 by Shin, M., Campbell, J. and Burkhart, N. Flat World Publishing 2nd edition
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials
Section Title
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Type
Online
Dates
Sep 30, 2024 to Dec 09, 2024
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (5 units) $2,250.00
Available for Credit
5 units
Refund Request Deadline
Oct 04, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 04, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Sep 30, 2024 to Dec 08, 2024
Section Notes

Required course in the GIS & Geospatial Technology Certificate program.

Students can choose to take GEOG XL 7 in one of two formats: self-paced or cohort-based. This is the cohort-based  version of the course. Students enrolled in the cohort-based version of the course will take the course over a standard ten-week academic quarter, with weekly due dates for course activities providing structure. This option is best for students who are motivated by deadlines and enjoy being able to engage in discussion with classmates.

This is an online course, wherein all course content is delivered online and all interaction among the instructor and the participants will take place online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/speakers, and webcam.

Technical requirements: Students are responsible for providing a personal computer with a minimum of 4GB of RAM that is capable of running Windows 10. Apple hardware running macOS can be used provided that Windows 10 is installed either using Boot Camp or virtualization (VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.) with at least 4GB of RAM allocated to Windows. Hardware specifications in excess of these minimum requirements will offer better performance and a better student experience. Students will be provided with a student license for ArcGIS as long as they are enrolled in program courses for which ArcGIS is required.

Enrollment limited to 50 students; early enrollment recommended. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Essentials of Geographic Information Systems, 2.0 by Shin, M., Campbell, J. and Burkhart, N. Flat World Publishing 2nd edition
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials
Section Title
Introduction to GIS (Self-paced)
Type
Online
Dates
Sep 30, 2024 to Mar 24, 2025
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (5 units) $2,250.00
Available for Credit
5 units
Refund Request Deadline
Oct 04, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 04, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Sep 30, 2024 to Mar 23, 2025
Section Notes

Required course in the GIS & Geospatial Technology Certificate program.

Students can choose to take GEOG XL 7 in one of two formats: self-paced or cohort-based. This is the self-paced version of the course.

Students enrolled in the self-paced version will have two quarters from the course's scheduled start date (NOT from date of enrollment) to complete the course, and there are no scheduled due dates for course activities. This option is best for self-motivated students who wish to complete what is typically a ten-week course either more quickly or over a longer period of time.

Students who enroll after the course's scheduled start date should be aware that they will have less than the full two quarters to complete course activities. Any students who wish to take advantage of the full two-quarter time window should enroll in the subsequent quarter's self-paced course in advance of the course's start date.

This is an online course, wherein all course content is delivered online and all interaction among the instructor and the participants will take place online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/speakers, and webcam.

Technical requirements: Students are responsible for providing a personal computer with a minimum of 4GB of RAM that is capable of running Windows 10. Apple hardware running macOS can be used provided that Windows 10 is installed either using Boot Camp or virtualization (VirtualBox, Parallels, etc.) with at least 4GB of RAM allocated to Windows. Hardware specifications in excess of these minimum requirements will offer better performance and a better student experience. Students will be provided with a student license for ArcGIS as long as they are enrolled in program courses for which ArcGIS is required.

Enrollment limited to 50 students; early enrollment recommended. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Essentials of Geographic Information Systems, 2.0 by Shin, M., Campbell, J. and Burkhart, N. Flat World Publishing 2nd edition
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials
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