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GIST 215AGeographic Information Systems and Environmental Applications

5 creditsGraduateStudent Option

Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) as the technology of processing spatial data, including input, storage and retrieval; manipulation and analysis; reporting and interpretation. Emphasizes GIS as a decision support system for environmental and social problem solving, using basic model building, experimental design, and database management. Students cannot receive credit for this course and ENVS 115A.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Seminar
Tue Thu 8:00am–9:35am
OnlineB. YangOpen 53/120

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
christina yang1.0 / 54.0 / 50%1

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