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Date Reviewed: Course Outline/Competencies

Course # 463305 - Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Introduction Approved Hours: 360District: 40 - Escondido Union High School District Area: NorthSubmitted by - Melisa Caric-Lee Date:02/15/11

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A.B. I. Introduction 4 5 5 1. HISTORY OF GIS - The student:A. A. What is GIS A. Defines Geographic Information

Systems (GIS)B. Describes and explain the fundamental

concepts, procedures, and real-world applications of GIS.

C. Describes the historical development of GIS.

D. Lists the major differences between desktop and web-based GIS programs

E. Identifies the leading GIS software programs

F. Explains the purpose and demonstrate the general operation of Google Earth, ArcView, ArcEditor, ArcInfo, ArcMap, ArcCatalog and ArcToolbox

G. Repositions and turns toolbars on and off

H. Explores and manipulates layer properties

I. Views feature attribute table

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A. B. History of GISB. C. Basic ConceptsC. D. Related technologiesD. E. Internet mapping (MapQuest, Google Earth)

CODES: IT: Information Technology EAD: Engineering & Design PS: Public Services MAPD: Manufacturing & Product Development BTAC: Building Trades and Construction AMAE: Arts Media & Entertainment





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AcademicII. GIS DATA 20 20 20 2. GIS DATA - The student:A. Windows: GUI, folders, file/directory structure A Locates, collects, stores and accesses

industry-standard vector and raster GIS data.

B Demonstrates knowledge and competency with the Windows Operating System.

C Creates computer file organization structures (folders, directories, filenames, etc.)

D Creates and modify a geodatabase using ArcCatalog.

E Adds, updates and deletes spatial data (shapefiles, geodatabases).

F Adds a table, shapefile, image, CAD file and raster data set into ArcCatalog and display properly in ArcMap.

G Connects to a data folder or server using ArcCatalog

H Demonstrates knowledge of common spatial and non-spatial data sources including USGS, Census Bureau, California Spatial Information Library, SANDAG, SANGIS, TerraServer…

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B. File structures (Relative paths vs. absolute paths)C. Data Types: spatial vs. not-spatial, Vector, RasterD. Geodatabase (GDB)E. GIS data formats: Raster, Vector, Shapefiles, feature class, tables, coverages, CADF. Data conversionsG. Common Spatial & Non-Spatial Data SourcesH. Searching for spatial and non-spatial dataI. Metadata






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AcademicI Describes the metadata requirements

for a project, research any missing metadata fields, and update the metadata.

J Ensures that all GIS data and their sources are properly documented in metadata.

K Lists and explains the benefits of storing data in a Geodatabase (e.g. domains, subtypes, topology)

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III. SPATIAL DATA CREATION& CAPTURE 26 26 26 3. SPATIAL DATA CREATION & CAPTURE - The student:

A. Digitization (on-screen, tablet) A. Creates an empty feature class or shape file.

B. Adds and calculates a new attribute field

C. Demonstrates correct GPS setup according to instructions, including coordinate system.

D. Uploads, edits and incorporates data collected by Global Positioning

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B. GPSC. Remote Sensing (satellite & aerial imagery)D. ScanningE. PhotogrametryF. Address geocodingG. Quality Assurance, Quality ControlH. File structures (Relative paths vs. absolute paths)I. Data Types: spatial vs. not-spatial, Vector, Raster






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AcademicSystem (GPS) units into a map.

E. Explains the purpose, advantages and disadvantages of using different scanners in GIS (drum, flat bed, feed, back-lit).

F. Scans a paper map into a digital image.

G. Creates a spatial data layer from a .txt and .dbf file containing X-Y values

H. Creates an appropriate address locator in ArcCatalog

I. Geocodes address information into a new or existing geodatabase.

J. Converts between file types using ArcCatalog and ArcToolbox.

K. Creates vector data based on classification analysis of image data

L. Describes how to work with various types of remotely sensed data (digital camera, air photo, satellite imagery).

M. Customizes the display of remotely

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IV. MAP PROJECTIONS, CO-ORDINATE 4. MAP PROJECTIONS, CO-ORDINATESYSTEMS & SCALE 20 20 20 SYSTEMS & SCALE The student:A. Scale, precision & accuracy A. Identifies and lists all the coordinate

systems, datum, and map projections in a data set

B. Evaluates map projections, coordinate systems, and scales, and make appropriate modifications.

C. Imports coordinate system from a separate layer.

D. Uses control points, georeference a scanned image for use in a map.

E. Describes different methods displaying latitude and longitude.

F. Explains coordinate systems and their implications for use.

G. Compares and contrast compatibility of available data.

H. Explains the difference between data precision and data accuracy.

I. Lists the advantages and disadvantages of conformal, equal area & equidistant projections.

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B. Coordinate SystemsC. Map projectionsD. GeoreferencingE. Projecting & re-projecting dataF. Quality Assurance, Quality Control






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V. CARTOGRAPHY 20 20 20 5. CARTOGRAPHY - The student:A. Map purpose, types (thematic, general) A Applies basic cartographic principles

for map display, symbolization, and labeling.

B Demonstrates creating maps using a variety of output media, file types, & page sizes and describe the advantages of each.

C Adjusts map layout, spatial extent and scale.

D Exports/publishes/prints the final map to .PDF & .JPG file format.

E Demonstrates an understanding of map reading and interpretation.

F Creates save & use spatial bookmarksG Adds standard map elements to a

layout (Legend, scale bar and text, author and file name, north arrow, date, coordinate system description, disclaimer)

H Creates and display multiple data frames in a map document

I Creates maps where the spatial extent

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B. Map interpretationC. Cartographic Conventions, templatesD. Map elements, map critiqueE. History of Cartography; Cartography-art and scienceF. Quality Assurance, Quality Control






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J Explains the purpose of using a map template.

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VI. SYMBOLIZING & DISPLAYING 6. SYMBOLIZING & DISPLAYING DATA - GENERATING MAPS 20 20 20 DATA - GENERATING MAPS - The student:

A. Map symbology A. Symbolizes data according to stated map purpose, audience and cartographic principles.

B. Uses and creates layer filesC. Acquires knowledge, understanding

and ability of data classification using equal interval, quartile, standard deviation, natural breaks methodology.

D. Creates, saves and uses a map template.

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B. Layer filesC. Classifying dataD. Map output (layouts)E. Map templatesF. Quality Assurance, Quality Control






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AcademicE. Adds a latitude/longitude graticule to

a layoutF. Modifies symbols using,

transparencies, drawing order, style sheets, definition queries, data exclusion & advanced symbols.

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VII. LABELING 5 15 15 7. LABELING - The student:A. Simple labeling A. Labels a layer and manipulate the

label properties according to stated map purpose, audience and cartographic principles.

B. Adds and format labels and annotation (scale dependencies, advanced labels, drawing order, placement properties, style sheets).

C. Uses a reference scale to control labels and annotation.

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B. AnnotationC. Reference scaleD. Quality Assurance, Quality Control

VII. QUERYING DATA & SIMPLE 8. QUERYING DATA & SIMPLESPATIAL ANALYSIS 20 20 20 SPATIAL ANALYSIS - The student:

A. GIS Querying Techniques A. Uses ArcGIS software to perform queries.

B. Selects features by location, proximity, attributes

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B. Joining and relating tablesC. Creating charts and reportsD. Linking maps to external data bases






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AcademicC. Creates a chart and edit the chart

components using a chart wizard.D. Identifies chart components (e.g., x

and y axis, legend, titles, etc.),E. Adds a new field and perform

attribute calculations.

F. Joins tabular data from multiple sources and display spatially

G. Exports features to a new data setH. Gives a formal presentation where

you describe your data, methodology, analysis, maps, charts and conclusions.

I. Analyzing, draw conclusions & make projections based on summary results – write up results

J. Uses VB script to make a field calculation (e.g. calculate area for a polygon shape file)

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E. Selecting features; preparing data for analysisF. Simple spatial analysisG. Quality Assurance, Quality Control






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IX. EDITING 20 20 20 9. EDITING - The student:A. GIS Querying Techniques A. Creates & or modifies new feature

class or shapefile features using the editing & advanced editing toolbars.

B. Edits attribute data (shapefiles, geodatabases).

C. Uses clip, modify feature, merge and other editing operations.

D. Sets snapping environment appropriately

E. Joins and relates tablesF. Creates charts and reports

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B. Joining and relating tablesC. Creating charts and reports

X. All Aspects of the Industry 5 5 5 10. ALL ASPECTS OF THE INDUSTRY - The student:Outlook for the GIS industry (trends and issues) A. Demonstrates oral and written

communication skills.B. Describes the types of jobs that

employ GIS professionals.C. Identifies and describes the dominant

trends and issues in the GIS industry.D. Attains awareness of advanced

career/educational opportunities and the need for continuous education.

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Careers In GISHigher Education/On-line training & cross-training and Internship OpportunitiesGIS User Groups






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AcademicE. Attends and report back on local GIS

user group meetings.F. Attends discussions with guest

speakers from the GIS industry.

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Expected Student Learning ResultsXI. Workplace skills and behavior 10 9 9 1 OCCUPATIONAL KNOWLEDGE

AND SKILLS - The student has demonstrated:A. Accessing and utilizing technology

and informationB. Practicing occupational safety

standardsC. Thinking critically and solving

problems effectivelyD. Using basic skills in reading, writing,

mathematics, listening and speaking as they relate to occupation specific skills

E. Attaining a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of industry the individual is preparing to enter

F. Applying knowledge to real world problems and situations

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Academic2 WORKPLACE SKILLS AND BEHAVIOR - The student has demonstrated the following standards of professionalism:A. Works independently and

collaboratively.B. Communicates effectively and

appropriately.C. Performs reliably and responsibly.D. Respects diversity.

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3 JOB ACQUISITION SKILLS/ LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES - The student has demonstrated an awareness of career options and lifelong learning opportunities by:A. Completes an appropriate cover letter,

resume and job application.B. Demonstrates awareness of advanced

career and educational opportunities and the need for continuous education.

C. Writes a cover letter to target a job.

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Academic4 OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARDA The student has received the ROP

Outstanding Student Award.

Total Outline Hours 180 180 180
