CEN 5071 - Introduction to GIS

Credits: 4

This course provides students the opportunity for application of emerging technologies with a focus on Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing in environmental science. In addition to basic instruction in GIS software and technology, topics may include digital mapping of water resources information, spatial coordinate systems, river and watershed networks, soil and land use mapping, flood/hydrology modeling and flood plain mapping, terrain analysis for hydrologic modeling, and integration of time series and geospatial data. Additional GIS topics geared to the needs and interests of students may include Water/Sewer/Stormwater/CSO utilities (i.e. end users, CSO separation, daylighting) and environmentally regulated facilities (i.e. construction sites, municipal landfills). Students will complete numerous hands-on exercises, including a longer project selected together with the rest of the class.