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Introduction to GIS

This course introduces the hardware and software components of a Geographic Information System and reviews GIS applications. Topics include data structures and basic functions, methods of data capture and sources of data, and the nature and characteristics of spatial data and objects.

Provider Information

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http://www.faytechcc.edu(link is external)
Contact Information

Fayetteville Technical Community College
2201 Hull Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
1 - Basic
Course Catalog Number
GIS 111
Course Prerequisites

None

Training Purpose
Functional Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Online, Self-Paced
National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Self-Paced

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, students should be able to identify GIS hardware components, typical operations, products/applications, and differences between database models and between raster and vector systems.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • All-Source Analysis

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

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