GIS 310 - GIS Programming and Customization

Credits: 3

The course introduces students to methods of solving geospatial problems by creating automated Geographic Information System (GIS) software through programming. Python programming language - with its simple syntax and powerful set of libraries - will be used to write and edit scripts that add functionality to existing GIS desktop tools and to automate geospatial analytic processes. No previous programming experience is required. Python programming topics will include object-oriented programming, object model diagrams, loops, if-then statements, and modular code design within the context of geospatial analytics and workflows to solve geospatial problems. This course it designated as computer intensive (CI).

Pre-Requisites: GIS 271, or permission of instructor.
Repeatable: May not be repeated for credit
Lecture: 2 hours per week
Lab: 3 hours per week
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