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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....

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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.

AM

Sep 29, 2024

The Coursera team has to be more clear on the licensing of ArcGIS and mention it upfront regarding the associated accounts. I was overwhelmed by the experience! This is something close of my heart!

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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

By Deleted A

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Apr 16, 2017

Great course

By Тастемір Р Е

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Dec 20, 2025

Өте керемет

By Ahmed G

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Jul 7, 2017

GOOD COURSE

By Mirjan A S

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Sep 30, 2020

Very good

By Francis S

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Oct 2, 2019

Excellent

By Nway O K K

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Mar 13, 2019

Its good!

By Assem M A M A

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Nov 4, 2018

good work

By Sanchita P

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Feb 20, 2017

Awesome!

By Nikolas A

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Nov 6, 2016

great..