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Start learning about the fascinating and useful world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)! In this first course of the GIS specialization, mapping and spatial analysis, you will learn what GIS is, how to get started with the software yourself, how things we find in the real world can be represented on a map, how we record locations using coordinates, and how we can make a two-dimensional map from a three-dimensional Earth.
In the course project, you will create your own GIS data by tracking geographic features from a satellite image for a location and topic of your choice.
This course will give you a solid foundation in mapping and GIS that will give you the understanding you need to start working with GIS and to be successful in the other courses in this specialization.
This course is for anyone who wants to learn about mapping and GIS.
You don't need to have previous experience, just your curiosity! The course includes hands-on software training and explanations of the concepts you need to know to make informed decisions as you begin your journey to becoming a GIS analyst.
You will need a Windows computer with ArcGIS Desktop installed.
(no software provided)
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