Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

GSP 270, 3 units

Use of a variety of spatial data types for spatial analysis and data visualization. Topological relations, buffer, query and map algebra analysis; create layouts and maps. Prerequisite: GSP 101. Recommended: GSP 216.

This class includes a lab.

To enroll in this course, you must have been admitted into the Online Geospatial Certificate Program and have completed GSP 101.

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Fall 2023: August 21-October 13, 2023

Online

Fee: $897 [subject to change]

Amy Rock

Amy Rock

Amy Rock is a professor in the Department of Geography, Environment, & Spatial Analysis at Humboldt State University. She holds a Ph.D. in geography from Kent State University; an M.A. in geography from Ohio University; and a B.G.S. in architectural history from Ohio University. Her research and training has been in community development, rural development, GIS, cartography, participatory GIS and citizen mapping. She has taught GSP 270: GIS; GSP 316: Cartography; GSP 416: Advanced Cartography; and GSP 426: Cartography Practicum.