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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

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!

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!

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By Tahira I

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Oct 5, 2019

It is a great course for all those who want to learn GIS.

By Andy N

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Feb 8, 2019

Good overview, I learned a lot in a short amount of time.

By Brian T M

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Dec 30, 2018

Very informative and made me understand GIS a lot better.

By Erik K

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Mar 26, 2017

Great introduction to GIS - fun and easy to follow along.

By Anja I

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Dec 8, 2016

Excellent and easy to follow! Great for beginners in GIS.

By Akila S

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May 8, 2023

Really learned a lot of new aspects with respect to GIS.

By James M

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Jun 23, 2020

Excellent Course in establishing the fundamentals of GIS

By SIDDHESH R

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Jun 7, 2020

It was great to learn the uses of GIS and to explore it.

By Abdulaziz A

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Sep 24, 2018

Great course, it is a practical and a beneficial course.

By Allan C B

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Feb 25, 2018

Excellent for beginners with no real background in GIS.

By Tanvir I O

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Sep 17, 2023

very good course. Well explained on fundamental topics.

By Ruben R M

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Jul 30, 2020

Exceptional! Step by step with meaning and explanation!

By Mpolokang M

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Feb 8, 2019

Very informative and good for novice GIS professionals.

By Bisma A

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Oct 29, 2018

I love each an everything about coursera and my course.

By Kemal K

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Aug 7, 2018

Great intro course. Highly recommended. Well structured

By Nken J B

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Mar 25, 2018

I think this is one of the best course i have attended.

By Samuel E

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Aug 2, 2017

Great teaching and very easy to access course materials

By Snehit R

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Nov 7, 2016

A good course that gives a detailed insight about GIS.

By Syed M Z S

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May 1, 2016

Excellent.... the course was good for the GIS beginners

By Sara O

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Apr 18, 2016

Excellent course. Everything is very clearly explained.

By BILKISU I

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Apr 4, 2024

It was really knowledgeable having to offer the course

By Nathakorn G

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Nov 13, 2021

Very easy to understand. A lot of hands on experience.

By Victor A

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Oct 30, 2021

very educational. learnt a great deal in a short time.

By DOUGLAS V

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Apr 9, 2021

Muy buen instructor, material de estudio, y pedagogĂ­a.

By Abdelrahman S A

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May 5, 2020

Well explained, target oriented and very comprehensive