2024-2025 Academic Catalog 
    
    Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Academic Catalog

SSJ 30274 - Computer Programming for GIS


This course introduces fundamental concepts of computer programming for geoprocessing, spatial analysis and mapping. This course is ideal for graduate students and upper level undergraduates who want to learn about programming skills for GIS. Topics covered include the use of Python and related packages, Python within the ArcGIS environment, the basics of Google Earth Engine, and a series of lectures and activities around understanding user needs and prototyping ideas using Human Centered Design methods. The course consists of technical lab exercises, tutorials, and group work.

 

Formerly IDCE 30274. Students who have already passed IDCE 30274 cannot receive credit for SSJ 30274 and should not take this course.

Prerequisites: IDCE 302 or SSJ 302  & GEOG 390  OR IDCE 310 or SSJ 310  OR IDCE 388 or SSJ 388  (concurrent enrollment is allowed)

Anticipated Terms Offered: Varied