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About the Course
In this course, you will learn how to find GIS data for your own projects, and how to create a well-designed map that effectively communicates your message. The first section focuses on the basic building blocks of GIS data, so that you know what types of GIS files exist, and the implications of choosing one type over another. Next, we'll discuss metadata (which is information about a data set) so you know how to evaluate a data set before you decide to use it, as well as preparing data by merging and clipping files as needed. We'll then talk about how to take non-GIS data, such as a list of addresses, and convert it into "mappable" data using geocoding. Finally, you'll learn about how to take data that you have found and design a map using cartographic principles. In the course project, you will find your own data and create your own quantitative map.
Note: software is not provided for this course.
Top reviews
SZ
Sep 5, 2020
Touched on some of the most intermediate aspects of the famed ArcGIS software. But I would request a more interactive review of the done project. Thanks anyways.
AR
Jun 30, 2020
Great Course.It helps me to start as a beginner in the field of GIS. All the lectures are precise and full of practical examples.
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By isabelle m
•Oct 25, 2025
Doesn't teach you how to use Arcgis pro to complete with out arcmap you basically have to google how to do everything yourself. Good information about designing maps just not how to use the software.