New GIS Class: GIS Methods for Non-Majors

Published Nov. 20, 2019
Updated Oct. 18, 2021

The ASU School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning has created a new GIS class for Non-GIS related majors that have little to no experience with GIS!

This class will be perfect for those who are pursuing a degree outside of GIS/Geography but still want to learn more about GIS.

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Course Flyer Details

GIS 494/598 GIS Methods for Non-Majors

GIS (geographic information systems) can be a powerful tool for collecting, analyzing and presenting spatial data. It can help to reveal patterns and trends to help us better understand our communities, our environment, our health and more – making GIS a tool that is great for a variety of majors to learn!

This new 4-credit course in GIS methods is specifically designed for students who have little or no background in GIS and will provide students with the opportunity to:

  • Gain a working knowledge and proficiency of ArcGIS 10.6

  • Understand the differences between vector and raster data

  • Produce maps that meet geographic and cartographic standards

  • Analyze the spatial distribution of phenomena and provide meaningful analysis of spatial attributes

  • Communicate and create a dialog with other beginning GIS users

Areas of study that can benefit from GIS:

  • Archaeology

  • Criminology

  • Conservation

  • Health Sciences

  • Life Sciences

  • Journalism

  • Sustainability

Open now for Spring 2020 (Session A) enrollment!

ASU School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning

Arizona State University

For more information, contact:

Andrew Trgovac at atrgovac@asu.edu