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PVCC cannot guarantee course frequency; however, to aid in student planning, courses typically are offered as indicated below.
F = Offered fall semester   Sp = Offered spring semester
Su = Offered summer Y = Offered once every academic year
IR = Offered irregularly
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  		cr = Credit/credits

GIS 200 Geographical Information Systems I (4 cr, F)

Provides hands-on introduction to a dynamic desktop GIs (Geographic Information System). Introduces the components of a desktop GIS and their functionality. Emphasizes manipulation of data for the purpose of analysis, presentation, and decision-making.

Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite: ITE 215 or instructor approval.

GIS 201 Geographical Information Systems II (4 cr, Sp)

Provides a continuation of GIS 200, with emphasis on advanced topics in problem solving, decision-making, modeling, programming, and data management. Covers map projections and data formats, and methods for solving the problems they create.

Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite: GIS 200.

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