About this course: Explore the world of spatial analysis and cartography with geographic information systems (GIS). In this class you will learn the basics of the industry’s leading software tool, ArcGIS, during four week-long modules: Week 1: Learn how GIS grew from paper maps to the globally integrated electronic software packages of today. You will install ArcGIS on your computer and learn how to use online help to answer technical questions. Week 2: Open up ArcGIS and explore data using ArcMap. Learn the foundational concepts of GIS, how to analyze data, and make your first map. Week 3: Make your own maps! Symbolize data and create an eye-catching final product. Week 4: Share your data and maps and learn to store and organize your data. Take Fundamentals of GIS as a standalone course or as part of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization. By completing the first class in the Specialization you will gain the skills needed to succeed in the full program. Students who need an ArcGIS license will receive a non-commercial, 1 year student license for participation in this course and specialization.
Created by: University of California, Davis
Taught by: Nick Santos, Geospatial Applications Researcher
Center for Watershed Sciences
| Basic Info | Course 1 of 5 in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization |
| Commitment | 4 weeks of study, 3-5 hours/week |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Course Introduction and Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
In this module, we will cover course expectations, give you a quick overview of GIS and what's great about it, take a first look at ArcGIS and identify key elements in the interface, and define core geospatial concepts and terminology. In Section 2, we will discuss options for desktop GIS, the history of GIS and how it's used today, discuss resources and help that you can use, and lay out core skills that are relevant to you as a GIS analyst. We'll close out by showing you how to get a copy of ArcGIS for this course, and with a tutorial on getting started in ArcGIS.
14 videos, 6 readings
- Video: Course Overview
- Video: Module 1 Overview
- Video: Why GIS is Awesome
- Video: What is GIS?
- Video: A First Look at Using Desktop GIS
- Video: GIS Terminology to Know
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Glossary of Terms
- Video: Tour of ArcMap
- Video: Data Representation in GIS
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (What is GIS?)
- Video: Desktop GIS Software Packages
- Video: Getting Help with GIS
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Resources and Help for GIS
- Video: Relevant Skills for the GIS Analyst
- Video: Installing and Licensing ArcGIS
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Getting your copy of ArcGIS
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Troubleshooting ArcGIS Installation Problems
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (Getting Started with GIS)
- Video: How Assignments Work in this Course
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Assignment 1: Introduction to ArcMap (Part 1)
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Extra Practice: Getting to Know ArcGIS
- Video: Module 1 Summary
Graded: Lesson 1 Quiz
Graded: Lesson 2 Quiz
WEEK 2
ArcGIS Basics
In this module, we will explore GIS data using ArcMap and will explore and change properties of GIS layers to change map displays. We will subset data using selections, and explore feature attributes. Finally, we will learn about projections and use that knowledge as we run geoprocessing tools.
12 videos, 2 readings
- Video: Module 2 Overview
- Video: Using ArcMap to Explore Data
- Video: Viewing and Changing Layer Properties
- Video: Using Feature Classes and Attribute Tables
- Video: Select By Attribute and Calculate Geometry
- Video: Select by Location
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (Exploring Data)
- Video: An Introduction to Projections
- Video: Analyzing Data with Geoprocessing Tools
- Video: Setting Environment Variables
- Video: Assessing Spatial Relationships with the Spatial Join Tool
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Discussion: Spatial Joins
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (Projections and Geoprocessing)
- Video: Assignment 2 Overview
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Assignment 2: Introduction to ArcMap (Part 2)
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Extra Practice: Maps, Geoprocessing, and Projections
- Video: Module 2 Summary
Graded: Lesson 3 Quiz
Graded: Lesson 4 Quiz
WEEK 3
Making Maps With Common Datasets
In this module we will identify common datasets in both the US and Internationally. We will use a new mode in ArcGIS to create complete maps that include proper symbology, legends, titles, north arrows, and data sources. We will further use more advanced mapping techniques to output map books and label items on the map.
11 videos, 2 readings
- Video: Module 3 Overview
- Video: Finding Common Datasets
- Video: Using Layout View to Make Maps
- Video: Core Map Elements
- Video: Symbology: Changing How Your Data Looks
- Video: Symbology Examples
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (Making Basic Maps)
- Video: Setting Up Symbology in ArcGIS
- Video: Labeling Map Features
- Video: Making Map Books
- Video: Assignment 3 Overview
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Assignment 3: Laying Out and Exporting Maps
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (Symbology, Labeling, and Map Books)
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Extra Practice: Maps, Maps, Maps!
- Video: Module 3 Summary
Graded: Lesson 5 Quiz
Graded: Lesson 6 Quiz
WEEK 4
Retrieving and Sharing Data
In this module, we will view and edit metadata in order to create higher quality data. We will retrieve data from the web and share data, discuss workspaces and file formats, and create layer and map packages. We will also use multiple file formats for GIS data and be able to appropriately choose between them based upon project requirements.
11 videos, 3 readings
- Video: Module 4 Overview
- Video: Using Metadata to Document Data Products
- Video: Sharing Data: Making and Using Map Packages
- Video: Sharing Maps: Uploading Packages to ArcGIS Online
- Video: Sharing Data: Creating Layer Files and Layer Packages
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (Metadata and Sharing Data)
- Video: Choosing a Data Format
- Video: Joins and Relates
- Video: Troubleshooting ArcGIS
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Summarize this Lesson (Data Storage, Table Joins, and Troubleshooting)
- Video: Assignment 4 (Peer Review) Overview
- Вопрос для обсуждения: Discussion: Electoral Politics Follow-Up
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Extra Practice: Make your own data
- Video: Module 4 Summary
- Video: Course Summary
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Before you Go, Join a Community!
- Материал для самостоятельного изучения: Acknowledgements
Graded: Lesson 7 Quiz
Graded: Lesson 8 Quiz
Graded: Assignment 4: Electoral Politics (Peer Review - Required)
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Excellent course
The concepts and practical steps are very well explained. Great intro into ArcGIS.
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