Course Summary
This course teaches the fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and how to analyze spatial data using GIS tools. Students will learn how to use spatial data to answer questions and make informed decisions.Key Learning Points
- Learn the basics of GIS software and tools
- Analyze and interpret spatial data to make informed decisions
- Understand the applications of GIS in various industries
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $40,000 - $70,000
- India: INR 2,50,000 - INR 6,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $40,000 - $70,000
- India: INR 2,50,000 - INR 6,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
- USA: $45,000 - $85,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €45,000
Related Topics for further study
- Spatial data analysis
- GIS software and tools
- Applications of GIS
- Data visualization
- Decision making with spatial data
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to use GIS tools and software
- Understanding of spatial data analysis techniques
- Ability to apply GIS to real-world problems and make informed decisions
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of computer systems and software
- Basic understanding of geography and spatial data
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Geospatial Technology and Cartography
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Founder and President, Esri
- Professor of Geographic Information Science, University College London
Related Books
Description
In this course, the second in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization, you will go in-depth with common data types (such as raster and vector data), structures, quality and storage during four week-long modules:
Knowledge
- Design data tables and use separating and joining data in a relational database
- Write query strings to subset data
- Create and work with raster data
- Create web maps
Outline
- Course Overview & Data Models and Formats
- Course Overview
- Course Mechanics
- Module 1 Overview
- Vector Data Concepts
- Vector Data in Action
- Raster Data Concepts
- Rasters in Action
- Scale and Implications
- Managing Data in the Catalog Window
- Data Design: Attribute Types
- Using Vector Attribute Tables
- Data Design: Joins and Relates
- Data Design: Separating Data, Part 1
- Data Design: Separating Data, Part 2
- Module 1 Summary
- Getting Started in this Course
- Getting a license
- Tutorial Assignment 1: Data Structures and Personal Geodatabases
- Extra Practice for Lessons 1 and 2
- Lesson 1 Quiz: Rasters and Vectors
- Lesson 2 Quiz: Data Design
- Creating and Working with Vector Data
- Module 2 Overview
- Working with Geoprocessing Tools
- Intersect Tool
- Writing Query Strings
- Writing Query Strings: Boolean Operators
- Adding and Calculating Fields
- Interactive Selection
- Using and Configuring Selections in ArcGIS
- Editing Existing Data
- Data Design: Creating New Feature Classes
- Basic Digitizing
- Workflow: Preparing Data
- Workflow: Making Point Data from Coordinates
- Module 2 Summary
- Tutorial Assignment 2: Editing Data
- Extra Practice for Lessons 3 and 4
- Lesson 3 Quiz: Processing and Geoprocessing
- Lesson 4 Quiz: Creating and Editing Data
- Storage Formats and Working with Rasters
- Module 3 Overview
- Geodatabase Features and Design
- File Geodatabases
- Personal Geodatabases
- Shapefiles
- Workflow: Percent Overlap
- Supplemental: Intro to SQLite Databases
- Overview of Spatial Analyst
- Georeferencing Rasters
- Raster Calculator
- Workflow: Zonal Statistics as Table
- Workflow: Managing Data with Zonal Statistics and Join Field
- Module 3 Summary
- Tutorial Assignment 3: A Suitability Analysis: Spatial Analyst, Raster Data, and DEMs
- Extra Practice for Lessons 5 and 6
- Lesson 5 Quiz: Data Storage
- Lesson 6 Quiz: Creating Raster Data
- Data Quality and Creating Web Maps
- Module 4 Overview
- Assessing Data Quality and Uncertainty
- Data Quality, Part 2: Measurement and Representation
- Topology
- Loading Layers in ArcGIS Online
- Applying Symbology in ArcGIS Online
- Map Annotations and Scaling in ArcGIS Online
- Saving and Sharing Maps with ArcGIS Online
- Module 4 Summary
- Course Summary
- Short Tutorial: Exporting Shapefiles and Uploading them to Web Maps
- Extra Practice for Lessons 7 and 8
- Lesson 7 Quiz: Uncertainty and Quality
- Lesson 8 Quiz: ArcGIS Online
- Moving Valmeyer Final Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Find out what users are saying about the GIS Data course on Coursera. This course has been highly rated by students and covers important topics in Geographic Information Systems. One key aspect that many users appreciated was the practical approach to learning GIS skills.Pros from User Reviews
- Practical approach to learning GIS skills
- Great instructor with deep knowledge
- Excellent course material and assignments
- Interactive quizzes and exercises
- Good value for money
Cons from User Reviews
- Lack of one-on-one interaction with instructor
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Course could benefit from more video content
- Requires a significant time commitment
- May be difficult for beginners without prior knowledge of GIS
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4.9 Raiting
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