NR 322: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Jim Graham Fall 2010.

NR 322: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

Jim Graham

Fall 2010

Hi, I’m Jim!

• Professional– Teach at university level (undergrad and

grad)– Online educational tools (game-like)– Sailing (students, studies)

Syllabus

• See web site:– Ibis.colostate.edu/jim– Click on “My Classes”– Click on “NR 322”

Jason’s Class in Anthropolgy

• Also full…

Questions for students

• How many of you have taken a GIS class before?

• How many of you have used GIS in a job?

• What do you want out of this class?

• How many of you plan on taking NR 422 in the spring?

First Assignment

• Bring a map you like to lab

• Be ready to answer:– Why did you like it?– Who is it for?– What is its purpose?