GEOS 456 - GIS Programming

Course Description:
GIS programming introduces the student to high level programming (HLP) language scripting (e.g. Python scripting) for geographic information system (e.g.ArcGIS). Topics include introducing the student to basic HLP language (e.g.Python scripting) fundamentals to advanced geoprocessing using a number of GIS software site packages (e.g.ArcGIS and Arcpy Mapping module) as well as exploring and analyzing spatial data using HLP language and raster datasets using the Spatial Analyst module. The course also covers error handling and debugging and the creation of custom tools using HLP language (e.g. Python) scripting.

3 Credits

Prerequisite(s):

COMM 415
GEOS 406
GEOS 409
GEOS 410
GEOS 419

Technical Requirements
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Technical Requirements for part time asynchronous students:

Students are required to have a computer with Windows Operating System and also the computer must have the necessary system requirements (https://desktop.arcgis.com/en/system-requirements/latest/arcgis-desktop-system-requirements.htm) to run ArcGIS Software.
Technical Support is not available for Mac users.
Dual monitors are beneficial but not necessary.
Computers should have microphones and speakers.