GEOL 5403 - Advanced GIS

Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours Lecture: 3
Contact Hours Lab: 3

This course is designed to build on the skills learned in the Interdisciplinary GIS class. Topics will include a review of advanced vector analysis, followed by a detailed coverage of raster-based analysis. Projects will include the creation and manipulation of digital elevation models, classification on aerial and satellite imagery, and vector-to-raster conversion and analysis. The projects and assignments will utilize an extensive Trans-Pecos spatial database housed in the Sul Ross GIS lab. Software used will include the Spatial and 3D Analyst extension for ArcGIS and ERDAS Image. The graduate requirements will include a term research project related to the individual student’s research interest.

Prerequisites: GEOL 3401, GEOL 5402, or approval of instructor
Fees: Lab fee: $8
Campus: ALP

Texas Common Core:
Course Level: Graduate