Advanced introduction to Geographic Information System (GIS) theory and technology, emphasizing spatial analysis and cartographic presentation. Typical algorithms and data structures. Role of GIS in environmental information management. Integration of GIS with other analytical tools.

Prerequisites: Graduate standing in ESM.

4

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

Graduate students only

Level Limit

Environmental science

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COMM123 . 8 Months Ago

Scott Reid is one of the best professors in the department. He's a smart and funny guy. You do have to put in work but you will learn a ton of interesting information in his classes. Highly recommend.

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109 . 8 Months Ago

Professor Reid is a good professor and if you are willing to put in the work you will be fine. If you plan to not go to class or put in effort your grade will definitely reflect that. Extremely lecture heavy class with an OBSENE amount of studies. Tests are very hard even though they are multiple choice. Papers are graded on very few measurements.

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COMM104 . 11 Months Ago

Wasn't the best but wasn't the worst. Did not take attendance and posted lecture slides which was super helpful. Didn't show up to almost all lectures and still passed. Gave us a huge curve at the end of the class based on everyone's scores! Very passionate about the topics but tests are wordy and lecture heavy! Focuses on minor details.

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COMM104 . 1 Year, 2 Days Ago

I don't know why there are so many bad reviews, the truth is if you don't pay attention or attend lecture you'll have a difficult time. Honestly his lectures are very interesting and he's clearly passionate about the subject. Just pay attention, do the work, and you'll get a good grade.

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COMM123 . 1 Year, 1 Month Ago

Awful. No other word to explain this class. Did not understand half of what he was saying in lecture. Tests are impossible. He does not want you to pass!!!!!!! DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS SAVE YOURSELF!!!! Profesor Reid if you are reading this please retire.

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104 . 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

Comm 104 with Professor Reid is one of my favorite communication classes. He is a great lecturer and we watched a lot of cool animal videos. The class/tests are pretty hard but he "curves" final grades well so it evens out. Your grade is made up of 4 quizzes, 2 papers, a final, and a midterm. If you dont attend class you won't do well.

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