Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Spatial E., Geospatial Data Science
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1. Lab QGISUpandRunning
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2. Lab QGIS ImportGISData
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About This Class
INTRODUCTION TO GIS FOR BEGINNERS: Learn both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills of the latest GIS technologies with easy to follow video lectures and laboratory exercises.
This course provides an introduction to GIS, sources of GIS data, GIS data structure and and hands-on practical exercises to processing, downloading, and visualizing large volume of geospatial data in Google Earth Engine platform. Specifically we will cover:
- Introduction to GIS
- GIS data structure
- Sources of GIS data
- Earth observation data
- GIS data access
No prior experience required. All are tailored such that anyone can follow them easily.
To date the ability to have skills in GIS technologies is key to various decision makings. This course will provide you the necessary skills on how to manipulate and utilize a GIS data for your own purpose.
In my course, I will give you the tools and skills through a step-by-step lecture and lab exercises. You will understand the fundamentals of GIS and gain skills on manipulating earth observation data. Students will learn the different concepts in a GIS including sources of GIS data, GIS data structure, functions of a GIS and applications to GIS. Example earth observation satellite data will be used through out the course.
Meet Your Teacher
Dr. Alemayehu Midekisa (PhD) is a research scientist at the University of California San Francisco. He has a Master of Science degree in GIS and Remote Sensing and a PhD in Geospatial Science & Engineering. Dr. Midekisa is also the recipient of the prestigious NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship and various other awards. He has over 10 years of experience applying geospatial science and technologies in various applications including public health, agriculture, and natural resources.
His research work in the application of geographic information science has been published in various scientific journals. He has presented his research findings in various scientific meetings including the American Geophysical Union, Association of American Geographers, American Tropical and Hygiene and Medicine, and NASA Science Team Meetings. He teaches online courses in various themes including geospatial science and technology. He is also the founder of Nile Geospatial.
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Hi guys,
The project for this class is to create a KML data using Google Earth.Â
Please feel free to post a screen shot of your KML file in the projects section of the class.Â
Cheers!
Dr. Alemayehu Midekisa
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