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  • GIS 141H: Honors Introduction to Geospatial Technology

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces students to the fundamentals of Geospatial Technology including concepts and use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a brief overview to the use of Global Positioning Systems (GNSS/GPS), cartography and visualization, remote sensing, and spatial analysis through use of professional grade GIS software exercises. Students are taught how geospatial technology is used in business, industry and government. Using a seminar or discussion-based approach, this course encourages independent, creative and critical inquiry and prepares students for the practical application of information by emphasizing effective research strategies and technologies congruent with the field of study. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: Completion of all developmental reading and writing courses required as a result of the College Testing and Placement Program. (S&BS) Prerequisite:    (( ENGL 003 or ENGL 007 ) & ( ENGL 051 ) ) or ENGL 057 or ESL 070 or ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H or ENGL 102 or ENGL 102H or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106 Corequisite:    ENGL 102, ENGL 102H, ENGL 104, ENGL 106
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  • GIS 165: Geospatial Programming

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides students with theory and hands-on experience in customizing geographic information system (GIS) software applications by way of modified service interface elements. This course discusses theory and implementation of the various scripting languages in use within the industry. Students are able to apply the theory to solve geospatial problems and streamline GIS workflows through the creation and modification of scripts. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: GIS 141 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    GIS 141
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  • GIS 201: Professional Issues

    1.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers the professional practice of geospatial technology. Topics include history, scope, and trends in geospatial technology, professional ethics and expectations, career options, team participation, and professional communications. (FYS)
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  • GIS 204: Cartographic Design

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Applies the fundamental concepts of cartographic design. This course allows students to utilize design principles to create and edit effective visual representations of data (e.g. maps, graphs and diagrams) in different formats (e.g. hardcopy, digital, web). Specific topics include the ethical and appropriate application of map scale, map projections, generalization, and symbolization. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: GIS 141 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    GIS 141
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  • GIS 204: Cartographic Design

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Applies the fundamental concepts of cartographic design. This course allows students to utilize design principles to create and edit effective visual representations of data (e.g. maps, graphs and diagrams) in different formats (e.g. hardcopy, digital, web). Specific topics include the ethical and appropriate application of map scale, map projections, generalization, and symbolization. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: GIS 141 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    GIS 141
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  • GIS 205: Data Acquisition and Remote Sensing

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Presents remote sensing techniques to the study of the Earth's landscape. This course discusses the physical principles on which remote sensing is-based, as well as its history and future trends, sensors and their characteristics, image data sources and image classification, and interpretation and analysis techniques. Students are able to perform remote sensing workflows, such as change detection and image processing. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: GIS 141 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    GIS 141
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  • GIS 205: Data Acquisition and Remote Sensing

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Presents remote sensing techniques to the study of the Earth's landscape. This course discusses the physical principles on which remote sensing is-based, as well as its history and future trends, sensors and their characteristics, image data sources and image classification, and interpretation and analysis techniques. Students are able to perform remote sensing workflows, such as change detection and image processing. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: GIS 141 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    GIS 141
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  • GIS 221: Web GIS

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Instructs students how to build, configure, and share web mapping applications. Students are taught how to integrate desktop, cloud, and mobile geographic information system (GIS) applications, as well as be exposed to various web GIS deployment models. A course fee is required. Pre/Co-requisite: GIS 141 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    GIS 141 or GIS 141H Corequisite:    GIS 141, GIS 141H
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  • GIS 275: Spatial Analysis

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Builds on the concepts and problem-solving skills taught in prior geographic information system (GIS) courses and aids students in the interpretation and analysis of spatial data to determine solutions for a variety of geospatial sectors. The lectures and laboratory exercises cover advanced technical issues in GIS including complex data issues, databases, spatial modeling and analysis, elevation and terrain modeling, geographic analysis, and GIS management. Prerequisite: GIS 141, 204 and 205 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    ( GIS 141 or GIS 141H )
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  • GIS 275: Spatial Analysis

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Builds on the concepts and problem-solving skills taught in prior geographic information system (GIS) courses and aids students in the interpretation and analysis of spatial data to determine solutions for a variety of geospatial sectors. The lectures and laboratory exercises cover advanced technical issues in GIS including complex data issues, databases, spatial modeling and analysis, elevation and terrain modeling, geographic analysis, and GIS management. Prerequisite: GIS 141, 204 and 205 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Instructor. Prerequisite:    ( GIS 141 or GIS 141H ) & GIS 204
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