GIS/GPS Mapping

Foundations

Our peoples have been creating maps since time immemorial, often used for hunting and to facilitate trades over great expanses of wilderness. Today, mapping and GIS can be a powerful representation of First Nations communities’ land use rights and interests.

Application Deadline

October 21, 2024

Start
Date

November 4, 2024

Course
Length

2

Weekly
Schedule

Monday-Friday
9am-4pm

Program
Delivery

Live, online instruction

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About This Course

This course introduces learners to the foundational knowledge necessary for pursuing a career in Global Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) mapping, including skills development in data gathering and map customization, GIS analysis and modelling, and project plan development. From this course, learners can ladder into our Futures-level GIS/GPS mapping course which provides career-ready professional skills and certifications.

Learning Outcomes

Define the purpose of GIS, its fundamental components, and commonly used tools for data collection.
Describe the spatial data and how it is modelled in GIS software.
Identify tools and methods for storing, labelling, selecting and managing GIS data.
Create, edit and process direct-to-digital data in GIS utilizing GPS.
Conduct basic GIS analysis and process modelling techniques.
Assess communications needs and stakeholders to design effective traditional and web-based maps.
Evaluate a mock GIS project to create a sample project plan.