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GIS for Community Development

Portland State University
Portland , United States
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Urban Planning | Geographic Information Systems (Gis) | Community Development
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Information and Communication Technologies | Social Sciences
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English
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2024-03-01-
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Program Overview

School of Urban Studies and Planning

The School of Urban Studies and Planning offers various programs for undergraduate and graduate students.


Undergraduate Program

  • The school provides a Bachelor's and Master's degree program.
  • Undergraduate courses are available for students to explore their interests.

Graduate Program

  • The school offers a Master of Urban and Regional Planning, Master of Urban Studies, and Doctoral Degrees.
  • Graduate Certificates and courses are also available.
  • The school has a specific admissions process for graduate students, referred to as TSUSP Graduate Admissions.

Equity

  • The school prioritizes equity, with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
  • Resources and reporting are available for students to learn more about equity at the school.

Student Resources

  • Current students have access to financial resources, current courses, career resources, graduate advising, student clubs, and campus resources.

Research

  • The school is home to the Institute of Portland Metropolitan Studies and the Center for Urban Studies.
  • Affiliated centers and institutes are also available for students to engage in research.

About

  • The school has a faculty and staff dedicated to supporting students.
  • Students can learn more about the school's alumni, advisory board, newsletter, and calendar of events.

USP 452 Spring 2024

GIS for Community Development

  • This course is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am to 12:50 pm.
  • The instructor is Yiping Fang.
  • Students will learn about spatial data, GIS software, and map design principles.
  • The course will cover how to apply GIS tools and techniques to address real-world problems.

What You'll Learn

  • Students will explore different types of spatial data and their limitations.
  • They will master the skills for downloading, importing, manipulating, and exporting data in various formats.
  • Students will gain proficiency in a specific GIS software and learn how to navigate the interface, manage data, create maps, and perform basic spatial analysis tasks.

Why Take This Class?

  • GIS is a powerful tool that can be used to unlock the secrets of our world, from ecological trends to social inequalities.
  • The course will empower students to make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of the urban landscape.
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