Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class Size24–36 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteSuccessful completion of Intermediate Algebra with a grade of C or better or appropriate placement based on California Title 5 regulations Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course is an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Emphasis is placed on the fundamental concepts of GIS. Topics include an overview of cartography, remote sensing, and global positioning systems (GPS) as well as GIS data sources, implementation steps, spatial analysis, and applications in government and business. Students are provided the hands-on experience required to visualize information and identify spatial patterns. This course is designed for all students interested in GIS and for professionals who want to know how to use GIS to better understand and analyze geographic data in their field. 