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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 2, 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 26, 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 Simeon T

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Oct 15, 2021

teaching methodology was excellent.

By Adriana O O

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Aug 25, 2020

Muy completo, y muy bien explicado.

By Shan N

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Jun 3, 2020

very helpful and excellent approach

By Jacob P

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Oct 3, 2017

Great class, proud to add to my CV!

By ANU R

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Jul 2, 2017

Good description by Nick. Excellent

By DOU L

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Jun 5, 2017

A very useful and practical course.

By James H

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Feb 10, 2017

Superb introduction to GIS concepts

By Assaf W

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Apr 19, 2016

Very interesting and engaging class

By Amin S

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Apr 13, 2016

Great course. Thank you Mr Santos!

By Nemi B

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Apr 4, 2016

Neatly explained. Excellent Courese

By osama a

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Jul 27, 2022

the best course to start GIS best.

By Ozer O

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Jul 21, 2020

It was so helpful. Thanks so much.

By RAVINDER

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Apr 30, 2020

It was a nice learning. Thank you,

By Azimli N

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Feb 22, 2019

Very helpful introduction into GIS

By Turki A

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Jan 22, 2019

The course was very helpful for me

By Jasminka K

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Aug 15, 2018

Excellent course, I learned a lot.

By islam s

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Jul 14, 2018

on of the best i have ever learned

By Simeng H

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May 21, 2018

useful, very great course material

By Keshab T

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Aug 3, 2017

An excellent course for beginners.

By Carlos X E G

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Jan 23, 2017

Muy bueno, resumido, claro y útil!

By shan T

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Jan 17, 2017

Very good and well designed course

By Brenda S

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Oct 31, 2016

Very informative! Love the format!

By Bryan E Q V

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Jun 20, 2024

Es un aprendizaje demasiado bueno

By Paruke L

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Jun 26, 2020

Great cours , i will keep going !

By Holly K

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May 20, 2020

Very good introduction to ArcGIS!