GST 263 GIS Programming

In this course students are introduced to programming Geographic Information System Software utilizing Python for GIS. Students learn how to read, write and modify Pythom program code to perform mapping automation, scripting geoprocessing workflows, and debugging.
Date:
2018
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Institution:
Mountwest Community & Technical College
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 4
Subjects:
Geographic Information System, GIS, software, Python, mapping automation, geoprocessing, scripting, debugging

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Ben Kroll, Atlanta Drone Group/Skyfire Consulting; Eric Bess, Mott-McDonald Engineering Firm; Debra Rhorer, Owner, GeoRhea (moved to Savannah, GA); JD Adkins, Cabell County Tax Assessors office (deceased); Dr. Jamie Leonard, Professor, MU Geography; Jerry Brienza, Former Director of Tri-State Airport (moved away); Travis Foster, Aerial Perspectives (local drone pilot); David Boland, Skyvector (local drone pilot); Mack McCarty, Army Corps of Engineers; Cabell-Huntington Hospital, Huntington WV; St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington WV
Industry Sector:
Information Technology -- Computer Operating Systems (Programming), Digital Forensics, Cyber Security, Network Security, IT Security (51)
Occupation:
Computer and Mathematical Occupations (15-0000)

Education / Instructional Information

Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Associate Degree
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 2nd Year Community College or equivalent
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Presentation only - requires user to navigate through content.
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