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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

MB

Aug 1, 2016

It is a great course for both the beginner and the professionals in GIS . Very friendly and easy language for the people who don't understand English much ...Satisfied in doing this course.

MM

Apr 25, 2016

Great course! I've learned a lot. All lessons were understandable, professor was excellent, and most important, it was interesting and motivating. Thanks to Coursera and prof. Nick Santos.

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By Wasswa A T

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Feb 19, 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 22, 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!!

By Mohammad A

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Aug 22, 2017

thank you for this wonderful course

By Chakpalli S

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Oct 22, 2022

Learnt many things. Recommendable

By Lungu C

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Sep 27, 2016

Great course for the beginners !

By Vishwas A P

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Jun 21, 2025

Perfect Content for beginners!

By Shikha C

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Nov 22, 2018

Very nie course for beginners

By Aditya P H

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Apr 22, 2020

It is very excellent course.

By Ifanilo S

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Oct 6, 2020

Material taught is relevant

By Veera H

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Jul 10, 2018

Clear and easy to follow.

By İsmail S

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May 16, 2017

Good introduction to GIS.

By Ashutosh S

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May 31, 2021

it was good experience

By H.A.N.S.Kadurugamuwa

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Jun 14, 2020

Great way of learning.

By John A

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Jul 13, 2018

Exaclty what i needed

By EnricoLeS G

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May 28, 2024

Very well explained

By Jerald C

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Dec 7, 2020

Good introduction