GST 103 (Data Acquisition & Management)
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Keywords
geospatial, technology, geographic information systems, GIS, coordinate systems, map projections, raster, vector, analysis, cartography, mapping, digitizing
Project
National Information, Security, and Geospatial Technology Consortium (NISGTC)
Authors
Smith, Richard
Date Submitted
2013-11
Material Type
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Industry Partner
BILT (see support docs for explanation)
License
CC BY
Funding Source
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This course addresses the interpretation and understanding of a variety of data formats available in a geographic information system (GIS). It introduces the fundamental concepts of primary GIS data creation and discusses quantitative techniques for collection, classification, and management of geographical data. Course content is based upon the United States Department of Labor�۪s Geospatial Technology Competency Model for entry level geospatial occupations including Geospatial or GIS Technicians and Technologists.