Applied GIS
Jo Martin, Oberlin College; Amanda Schmidt, Oberlin College
This is an introductory GIS course that consists almost entirely of in-class exercises using the ArcGIS software to solve various earth science problems. Students gain experience with finding, downloading and ...

GIS for Geoscientists
Barb Tewksbury, Hamilton College
Introduction to basic concepts in computer-based GIS emphasizing hands-on practice in portraying and analyzing spatially referenced data sets to produce a variety of types of digital products and to solve geologic ...

Introduction to GIS
Carol Cady, St. Lawrence University
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is the use of computers to manage, display and analyze spatial or geographical information. This course will introduce the basic concepts, functions, and applications of GIS. We ...

GIS for Environmental Studies
Kelly Debure, Eckerd College
The study of the environment is inherently spatial and global in nature. One way to view and analyze data in a geographic context is through using a geographic information system (GIS). GIS is typically a ...

GIS and GPS Applications in Earth Sciences
Mark Helper, The University of Texas at Austin
Theory and practice of geographic information system (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies and their applications to problems in earth sciences. Laboratories and field trips provide hands-on ...

Introduction to GIS for Geologists
Eric Grosfils, Pomona College
This course is intended as an introduction to basic GIS skills. Targeted at an audience of geology students, it draws upon geological examples when teaching GIS techniques.

Introduction to GIS
Emily Burns, Community College of Rhode Island
This is an introduction to using ArcGIS software. Basic techniques are covered, as well as background information on cartography and geodesy.

GIS and Remote Sensing in the Geosciences
John Wilson, Lafayette College
A broad introduction to the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) within the geosciences. The relationships between geography, geology, and society will be pursued. Students will be exposed to both pertinent ...

ES/GE 217 Mapping and GIS
Dykstra Eusden, Bates College
This course focuses on learning the principles of GIS through extensive computer use of ArcGIS via examples from geology and environmental science. Lectures will supplement the laboratory component of the course. ...

GIS for Geoscientists
Mark Manone, Northern Arizona University
A hands on lab course focused on using GIS as a tool for geoscience research.