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Course Information

In this class you are introduced to GIS and how it is used in today's world. This class will provide a comprehensive overview of GIS including the major components of hardware, software, data and the identification of the skills required of a successful GIS Specialist. You are introduced to ArcGIS software which you will be using throughout the certificate program. You will gain an understanding of the profession and examine the role and functions of the GIS Specialist in a broad range of industries.


Before you register, please make sure that the PC you will use for this course meets the system requirements outlined here: https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/3.2/get-started/arcgis-pro-system-requirements.htm

Please note: Students must register no later than Wednesday, August 20th.
If you missed the registration window or have any questions, please contact UE Student Services at eipconnect@fullerton.edu .

1 Course sections available Please note: Note: Click on the schedule number (i.e. E125-11103) to view more course information.
Schedule # Days Date Time Location Fee Register
E257-21557 08/25/25-08/31/25 Online Online-Variable $800.00 Register Now
09/02/25-10/12/25 Online Online-Variable
Instructor: S. Strand, GISP, Information Systems Coordinator, Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District

Unit(s): 1.80
Notes:
Please be advised that a username and password will be required to access online classes. If you have never logged into the CSUF Portal, you must log in with your CWID and temporary PIN# at http://my.fullerton.edu to create your CSUF Portal account prior to the first day of class. This process will allow you to create a CSUF username and password. Please click on the "Current Student Resources" tab and then "Program and Course Policies" and "Computer Access" for more information. If you have any questions, please contact EIP Student Services at (657) 278-2611.

Required: Getting to Know ArcGIS Pro 3.2, 5th Edition, Format: Reflowable Layout. By: Michael Law; Amy Collins. Publisher: Environmental Systems Research. Print ISBN: 9781589487772, 158948777X. eText ISBN: 9781589487789, 1589487788

Required: GIS Tutorial for ArcGIS Pro 3.4, 6th Edition, By Wilpen L. Gorr, Kristen S. Kurland. Publisher: Environmental Systems Research. Print ISBN: 9781589488151, 1589488156. eText ISBN: 9781589488175

Access to the ArcGIS Pro software will be provided to students at no cost.

Please make sure that the PC you will use for this course meets the system requirements outlined here: https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/3.2/get-started/arcgis-pro-system-requirements.htm