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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!

AJ

Sep 10, 2019

some parts are hard to follow sometimes and can be monotunioos some times but over a great cour to get into gis with plenty of exrecises and avilable file as the one being worked on in the lectures

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By Cherie C

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Sep 13, 2019

Very informative, detailed and well-organized course. Thank you NICK!!!

By Karel H

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May 23, 2020

I really like the link between theory and practicals. Really hands-on.

By Michael F

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Jan 27, 2018

A nice ease-in to terminology and the general environment for users.

By Adam P

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Feb 21, 2023

A great introduction/refresher of the basics behind GIS and ARCGIS.

By Carlina G

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Apr 20, 2021

Very informative and easy to follow. Great introduction to ArcGIS!

By Roland W

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Nov 20, 2018

The lectures were presented in a very casual, enthusiastic manner.

By Ken B

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Apr 30, 2016

The course was fantastic. I would of liked more or longer videos.

By Caterina B

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Dec 4, 2020

Very good instructor, amazing tutorials and nice final project.

By Innocent T

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Aug 16, 2018

Comprehensive content for a beginner like me. following so far

By Ken B

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Jun 8, 2020

Well delivered course - good content and presentation.

By HARSHIT P

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Apr 28, 2020

very good course for those who want to learn arcgis

By ASHISH V

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Nov 11, 2018

This course is very useful for the beginners in Gis

By Yogesh J P

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May 12, 2020

It was a very valuable and well thought out course

By Marcus B

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Aug 8, 2016

Well constructed, excellent course. Learned a lot.

By Wasswa A T

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Feb 18, 2021

Course is educative and provides hands on skills

By gabriel v s r

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Jun 3, 2020

muito bom, vídeos fáceis e exemplos eficientes

By Prasanga k

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Nov 2, 2018

For a beginner like me the course helped a lot

By Taslima B

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Dec 9, 2023

Very good, I learn many new things about GIS

By Arielle D

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Sep 21, 2020

The Course is exceptional

I enjoyed very much

By Shresthanjan N

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Sep 25, 2017

more assignments and help materials required

By abdallha n A

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Jul 22, 2020

ممتاز جدا ولقد استفدت الكثير من هذه الدوره

By Tushar P

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Mar 20, 2020

Great Course . Learnt about new courses .

By Erik S

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Aug 15, 2016

Great introduction to GIS using ArcGIS

By Fernando N R F

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Jun 3, 2018

Good way to start learning about GIS

By Varun S

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Dec 23, 2019

Nice, very good knowledge to gain!!