Thanks Tora!
Just as a reminder, how old do Mainers have to be to enroll in UM
courses for free?
On 3/29/2019 9:52 AM, Tora Johnson wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> Apologies if you are getting this message multiple times!
>
> I thought I'd drop you all a quick note to let you know about upcoming
> online, blended and short-term intensive GIS course offerings for both
> undergrads and grad students at UMaine at Machias. First, I should
> mention that our GIS I and II courses have been re-numbered to align
> with the Maine Geospatial Institute course numbers, and we are now
> offering graduate sections of each. Our courses are open to any major
> and employ hands-on, problem-based learning and applied projects that
> can be tailored to student interests and needs. The graduate courses
> are 3 credits rather than 4 and include an additional literature
> review assignment, and projects can be geared to contribute to thesis
> work.
>
> The courses are below. Please feel free to drop me a line if you have
> any questions!
>
> Thanks,
> Tora
>
>
> *May Term*:
>
> _GIS 204 Introduction to GPS (2cr)_
> Covers basic principles of GPS/ GNSS technology and its uses,
> preparation for field data collection, sources of error, methods used
> to minimize error and prevent data loss, basic geodesy related to GPS
> and basic mapping software. Students do several outdoor, hands-on
> activities with handheld Garmin and Trimble receivers, as well as
> mapping activities in the laboratory.
> Short-term, on-campus intensive course the week of May 13th (with some
> online prep May 10-12). Dorms are available for students for a fee for
> students staying for the week.
>
>
> *Fall Semester: *
> *
> *
> _GIS Applications I:_
> A comprehensive introduction to GIS principles and skills, focusing on
> vector data creation, visualization and analysis with an overview of
> the breadth of the field.
> Undergrad (4cr): GIS 300-0020 (90069) with lab GIS 300-0022 (90070)
> Graduate (3cr): GIS 500-0020 (90082) with lab GIS 500-0022 (90083)
> instructor permission required.
> Blended: Online plus three on-campus sessions; students may attend in
> Orono or Machias:
> - Saturday Session 1: Orono Sept 7 OR Machias Sept 14
> - Saturday Session 2: Orono Oct 26 OR Machias Nov 2
> - Saturday Session 3: Orono Dec 7 OR Machias Dec 14
>
> _GIS Applications II: _
> Covers spatial analysis, surface modeling (including hydrology and
> viewsheds), model building with raster data, basic spatial statistics,
> spatial estimation, and intermediate cartographic design.
> All Online; prereq GIS I or equivalent
> Undergrad (4cr): GIS 400-0010 (90071) with lab GIS 400-0011 (90072)
> Graduate (3cr): GIS 600-0010 (90073) with lab GIS 600-0011 (90074)
> instructor permission required.
>
> _GIS 426 Community Applications in Geographic Information Systems (4cr)_
> The class takes on a multi-faceted service project for a community
> partner, incorporating advanced GIS techniques, project planning and
> execution, and visualization and presentation. Projects typically
> entail a wide array of sub-projects, including natural resource,
> economics, design, community planning and more. So, students can
> choose aspects that are of interest to them. Past courses have
> undertaken regional sustainability plans, climate vulnerability
> analysis, strategic planning for regional conservation initiatives,
> and community-guided planning and zoning for unorganized territories.
> 0010-LEC 81581 with 0011-LAB lab (81582)
> All Online; prereq GIS II or equivalent or instructor permission
>
> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
> Tora Johnson, PhD
> Director/ Associate Professor
> GIS Service Center & Laboratory, Torrey 223
> University of Maine at Machias
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>
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