GLobal Positioning SyS for GIS

GIS 101

Introduces the terminology, hardware, and technological principles of GPS. Students will receive an introduction in the fundamentals of using a basic hand-held GPS unit. Data will be integrated with pre-existing spatial data. Fundamentals of mapping and map reading will be covered. Garmin GPS units will be used initially, followed with Trimble GeoExplorers and Pathfinder Office software. Final student projects integrate GPS data within ArcView projects.

Prerequisite: Application and district approval. Students need to be on-track to graduate and have strong attendance. Students need to meet FRCC testing requirement (if applicable).

Fees: Course Fees and Books

Course Location: Front Range Community College

For more information about this program, go to the FRCC catalog: https://frontrange.smartcatalogiq.com/2019-2020/Catalog/Program-Information/Courses/A-Z

Concurrent Enrollment Process:

Attend informational meeting held every September/October and March/April.
Complete a Front Range Community College application
Take the Accuplacer Exam
Submit district paperwork
If approved, register for your class

Please come to the Future Center or speak with your counselor to learn more about concurrent enrollment!

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