GEOL 417 Geospatial Databases

Credits: 3

Building on basic principles of Geographic Information Systems, this course launches students into developing geospatial databases for research projects in science and engineering. Students learn to compile and manage spatial data using industry standard models. Assignments include hands-on practice downloading, processing, editing, scanning, and digitizing data. The class includes an extensive introduction to the software documentation to build independent learning and problem-solving ability. Students are expected to complete a semester project that relates to their own interests.

Prerequisites: GEOL 416
Notes: This course is cross-listed with GEOL 517.

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