GIS 490 Thesis Preparation and Prospectus. Geographic Information Systems facilitates the solving of real world problems. Special Projects A involves the design and planning of a project idea from initial concept to anticipated final outputs. Topics include an overview of the steps necessary to successfully integrate GIS into the decision making process. Specific skills will be developed in project management, data management, identification of sources of error, determining analysis methods and recommending suitable final outputs. Students will have the opportunity to apply the theory and skills learned in geospatial technology to real world project experience with an experienced preceptor. Students will work on assigned projects a minimum of 35 hours per week. An approach of reflective practice will be emphasized with a focus on problem solving. Students will combine practical application with project management skills to define and plan their project with the guidance of a preceptor.
Prerequisites: GIS 427, GIS 433, GIS 435. Successful completion of all 300 level GIS courses and the listed prerequisites with a minimum of 60%
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 6 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 200 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Practicum/Preceptorship | Practicum: 200 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Plan and design a real world GIS project
- Develop creative solutions for overcoming challenges and obstacles
- Communicate complex ideas with associates/colleagues
- Respond to challenges in implementing a GIS in a professional setting
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage | Letter Grade | GPA |
| 90-100 | A+ | 4.33 |
| 85-89 | A | 4.00 |
| 80-84 | A- | 3.67 |
| 76-79 | B+ | 3.33 |
| 72-75 | B | 3.00 |
| 68-71 | B- | 2.67 |
| 64-67 | C+ | 2.33 |
| 60-63 | C | 2.00 |
| 55-59 | C- | 1.67 |
| 50-54 | P | 1.00 |
| 0-49 | F | 0.00 |
| | DNW | 0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.