GEOS 459 - Applied GIS Capstone Project

Course Description:
During this course, the learners identify a typical business challenge that can be satisfied in a cost effective and timely manner using a GIS-based solution. Learners research, plan, build, implement, test, and present the GIS solution. Topics include project selection, developing a project plan, data capture and management, data analysis, data output and project closure.

3 Credits

Prerequisite(s):

COMM 415
GEOS 406
GEOS 409
GEOS 410
GEOS 418
GEOS 419

Technical Requirements
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.
Students will need to record and submit group presentations (audio and video).

Please note:

Students will only be able to register for this course once all other courses BGIS (except GEOS-540) have been completed.