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Technical Program - GIS - Intro to Geographic Information Systems - Lake Land College, Mattoon, IL
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Technical Program

GIS - Intro to Geographic Information Systems (CRT.GIS)

Certificate

The Geospatial Certificate Program will provide students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to develop and manage Geographic Information projects and to interpret and implement GIS as a decision support system. This certificate will enable students 1) to develop substantial theoretical and practical competencies relating to GIS; 2) develop foundational understanding and skills in the use of industry standard software; and 3) be able to demonstrate to employers the ability to perform GIS tasks at the technician level.


Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by the student's degree audit.


For more information contact:
Math/Science Division Chair
217-234-5309
ttimlin@lakeland.cc.il.us

* There are prerequisites or course requisites for this course
** Electives must be approved by Program Coordinator or Division Chair
one cross Course only offered fall semester
Footnote 2 Course only offered spring and summer semester
Footnote 3 Course only offered spring semester
Footnote 4 Courses offered in odd numbered years only
Footnote 5 Courses offered in even numbered years only
Footnote 6 SOS 050 Human Relations and PSY 271 Introduction to Psychology cannot be used as a social science elective
Footnote 7 Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
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First Year
First Semester
GIS 090
This course provides an in depth introduction to the fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) including the history of automated mapping. The course will include an introduction to basic GIS concepts associated with database development, editing, and map-making.

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 Intro. to Geospatial Technology
4
GEO 140
This course is about the world's great realms, surveyed and discussed in geographic perspective. It links human society and culture to the world's natural environment and climates.

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 World Geography
3
CET 065
This class is designed to familiarize students with the theory of the global positioning system and data collection methods associated with geographic information systems.


Prerequisites: ESC 106 CET 060


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 Data Collection for GIS Mapping *
2 - 3
AGR 151
This class is designed to provide students the opportunity to become familiar with global positioning systems as they relate to agriculture and develop a working knowledge of variable rate systems.

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 		or
GPS/Applications in Ag 		 
  Total Semester Hours:
9 - 10
 
Second Semester
GIS 091
This course provides an introduction to advanced applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using ArcView and ArcInfo. Focus will be placed on technician level issues associated with data capture and associated quality control issues associated with developing accurate information.

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 Advanced GIS +++
3
CIS ___

 Information Technology Elective two rr
2
  Total Semester Hours:
5
 
Summer Term
GIS 095
A directed field study program whereby students will apply classroom instruction to real-world Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects in the community. Students should complete GIS-090 and GIS-091 and arrange for an advisor prior to enrolling in an internship.


Prerequisites: GIS 090; GIS 091

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 Geospatial Technology Internship *
3
  Total Semester Hours:
3
 

Suggested Electives
Suggested Electives
CIS 052
Continuation of fundamentals of programming selection,iteration, and condition structures. Introduction to graphical interface(s) and object-oriented, event-driven applications requiring the use of controls, events, arrays, error handling and more. Also includes Mobile, Office and ASP.NET applications, ADO.NET and classes. (Repeatable 3 Times)


Prerequisites: CIS 156


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 		Visual Basic * +
4
CIS 056
Advanced instruction in an office suite program with emphasis on advanced topics in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)


Prerequisites: CIS 160


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 		Basic Computer Programming
3
CIS 095
Structured Query Language will be used to design and manage a database. (Repeatable 3 Times)


Prerequisites: CIS 160 or instructor consent


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 		Database Management *
3
CIS 160
Provides an opportunity for the student to work with various types of software on the PC. These learning activities include MS Windows, Word Processing, Spreadsheet Design,Database Management, Internet access, and presentation program. (Repeatable 3 Times)


Prerequisites: Students must take CIS 040 or have previous HS experience


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 		Practical Software Applications
3
CAD ___

 		Computer Aided Drafting elective
1 - 3
   

Total Program Hours: 17 - 18

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