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Foundations of Geographic Information Systems

Course Description: This course aims to introduce the student to the fundamental principles, methods, and techniques of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It explains the concept of these systems, their components, and their areas of application. The course covers the nature of geographic data, its sources, methods of creation and construction, management, and storage in geographic databases. It also demonstrates how to analyze this data and output it in various forms. The course also includes practical exercises in data input, management, analysis, and output.
Credit hours: 3
Prerequisites: GEO 252
Objectives of the course :

Enable the student to understand the nature of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), their characteristics, methods of use, how to benefit from them, and how to create and manage data.

Course outputs :

1.0 Knowledge and Understanding
1.1 The student will learn about the concept of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). They will also learn about the types of geographic data and their sources.
1.2 The student identifies methods for digitally transforming data.
1.3 The student mentions various geographical applications that serve humans and the environment.
2.0 Skills
The student analyzes a number of spatial analyses.
2.2 The student converts a number of data into a digital format.
2.3 The student explains the differences between geographic data and distinguishes between geographic analyses and their practical utility in a number of fields.
3.0 Values, autonomy and responsibility
The student commits to integrity and ethics in scientific research in their field of specialization.
The student bears responsibility for continuous self-learning and capacity development.
3.3 The student actively participates with peers in solving geographical problems within research groups.

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  • Last updated: 2026-04-26

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