GEOG X 191C - GIS Databases and Enterprise GIS
Course Description
This course introduces concepts and techniques associated with the design, development, and management of geospatial databases, including databases used in shared and scalable enterprise GIS platforms. In addition to learning about relational database theory and design, students construct and maintain spatially enabled relational databases using the free and open source PostgreSQL/PostGIS database management system. Database performance and user access considerations are introduced, and students learn to develop and work with enterprise database systems that support large datasets and simultaneous access by many users. Enterprise GIS systems and techniques facilitating concurrent editing of shared spatial databases are introduced. The courses practical assignments involving enterprise databases are contextualized with a focus upon GIS project management best practices.
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 upper-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
This course introduces the design, development, and management of geospatial databases, including multi-user enterprise geodatabases. In addition to learning about relational database design, students will construct and maintain spatial databases.
Notes
Estimated Cost
Application & Candidacy Fee: $200.00
Estimated Program Tuition: $7875.00
Estimated Program Textbook/Materials: $400.00
Estimated Total Cost: $8475.00
Contact:
Dale Steinbacher
301-825-1833
dalesteinbacher@uclaextension.edu
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- GIS and Geospatial Technology : Required Courses
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required