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About the Course

Explore the world of spatial analysis and cartography with geographic information systems (GIS). In this class you will learn the basics of the industry’s leading software tool, ArcGIS, during four week-long modules: Week 1: Learn how GIS grew from paper maps to the globally integrated electronic software packages of today. You will install ArcGIS on your computer and learn how to use online help to answer technical questions. Week 2: Open up ArcGIS and explore data using ArcMap. Learn the foundational concepts of GIS, how to analyze data, and make your first map. Week 3: Make your own maps! Symbolize data and create an eye-catching final product. Week 4: Share your data and maps and learn to store and organize your data. Take Fundamentals of GIS as a standalone course or as part of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization. By completing the first class in the Specialization you will gain the skills needed to succeed in the full program. Students who need an ArcGIS license will receive a non-commercial, 1 year student license for participation in this course and specialization....

Top reviews

OY

Aug 25, 2019

It was a very good opportunity to learn GIS. Now, I have an idea about the power of GIS and it was totally fun to complete course quizzes and assignments. I strongly recommend the course!

BC

Jun 23, 2016

Excellent content, and the assignments were great as well. Even better is that now as I work through my workflows, I now have these videos to reference if I am having difficulty with anything. Cheers!

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By DHRUV S

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May 24, 2020

Such a well structures course for beginners in the field of GIS.

By pragati K

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Apr 3, 2020

The professor explained everything in a very lucrative language.

By zohaib s

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Aug 1, 2019

very thorough and understandable, I find it quite easy to follow

By Ismael G E

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Feb 21, 2018

Thank you Nick for sharing your knowledge in that marvelous way.

By Alan M

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Feb 17, 2018

Excellent and very complete Introduction to the world of GIS! :)

By Niranda W

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Jan 29, 2018

Fantastic course module, very interactive, helpful and insighful

By Mitesh S

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Nov 22, 2023

this course help me learn geo spatial data and arc gis software

By Ofelia V S O

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Nov 28, 2020

TAKE THIS COURSE, IF YOU NEED MORE BASIC KNOWLEDGE ABOUT ARCGIS

By Viajando c M

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Oct 8, 2020

Great curses I learned a lot of things about of GIS. Thanks You

By Shima M

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May 10, 2018

This was a great intro course for the basics of GIS and ArcGIS.

By Benoit D

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Jun 5, 2017

Good introduction to GIS and ArcGIS. Basic stuff but good start

By Kirstin G

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Dec 30, 2020

Nick was such a great teacher. I highly recommend this course!

By jefferson n

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Dec 11, 2020

The curse is perfect for beginers and is really easy to follow

By Hemn A H N

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Jun 4, 2020

it is the best GIS theoretical and practical i have ever seen!

By Usama A

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Jun 2, 2020

I am happy and grateful to complete this course . It was great

By Ali M

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May 3, 2020

thank you for this course ,I really enjoy studying this course

By Harshitha

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Jan 1, 2020

I liked the way Mr.Nick has taught. I found it really helpful.

By Nils N

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Nov 5, 2019

Awesome course, really got me started for understanding ArcGIS

By Irfan Z

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Oct 3, 2019

Great course to learn the basics and good introduction of GIS.

By Fernando G E

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May 28, 2018

Muy buen contenido, las explicaciones muy detalladas y claras.

By Christi S T

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Nov 26, 2017

Perfect for someone who is starting to learn GIS from scratch.

By Huang h

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Dec 9, 2016

it is a good course that benefits students to learn GIS basics

By Aakash B R

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Apr 15, 2016

I learned a lot in a very fun way. This course is really good.