Learner Reviews & Feedback for Fundamentals of GIS by University of California, Davis
About the Course
industry’s leading software tool, ArcGIS, during four week-long modules: Week 1: Learn how GIS grew from paper maps to the globally
integrated electronic software packages of today. You will install ArcGIS on your computer and learn how to use online help to answer technical
questions. Week 2: Open up ArcGIS and explore data using ArcMap. Learn the foundational concepts of GIS, how to analyze data, and make
your first map. Week 3: Make your own maps! Symbolize data and create an eye-catching final product. Week 4: Share you...
Top reviews
BC
Jun 23, 2016
Excellent content, and the assignments were great as well. Even better is that now as I work through my workflows, I now have these videos to reference if I am having difficulty with anything. Cheers!
MH
Feb 2, 2025
One of the amazing platforms UC Davis provided to the students through Coursera. Enjoyed the course by doing practical work and its submission. I feel lucky to have hands on such an amazing course.
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By Apoorva K
•Feb 14, 2018
I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN INTERESTED IN GIS AND COURSERA PROVIDED A GREAT PLATFORM TO MAKE IT MORE INTERESTING AND LETTING ME GAIN PROFICIENCY...
By Lami C
•May 16, 2022
Amazing course! Very interesting lessons, and the assignements weren't too difficult, it was a lot of fun to learn. Definitely recommend!
By Victoria M
•Dec 28, 2020
An excellent course, it teaches from the basics to more advanced concepts, the explanations are well given and understandable. Thank you.
By Shabuj C G
•Nov 28, 2020
It was a great journey as a beginner of GIS learner. I learned a lot and hope that I will be complete related courses from this platform.
By Ali A
•Sep 5, 2020
الجلسة الجميلة جداً ومفيدة جدًا ، شكرًا جزيلًا ، لكن إذا كانت ترجمة مقاطع الفيديو الخاصة بالكورس تدعم اللغة العربية كان سيوصبح افضل بكثير
By Rodolfo M d O
•Aug 10, 2020
Excelente curso. Direto ao assunto. Aprendi as funções e ferramentas básicas para análises espaciais e apliquei no trabalho de conclusão.
By Aneirin W
•Aug 6, 2020
Very good introduction to GIS (using ArcGIS) - covers a wide range of the basics and gives you the confidence to move on to other courses
By Cristian C C R
•Oct 24, 2016
Very good course to start with ArcGIS basics and to understand a bit about the basic theory aspects under Geographic Information Systems.
By Biplab G
•Mar 5, 2020
Very good and elaborative approach. Trainer is very good and course is very well prepared. Efforts put by trainer areHighly Appreciated
By mnavidad
•Jan 29, 2017
I really enyoed this course, Nick Santos is a great professor, the work was challenging and yet relatively easy to learn, given that the
By Mbolatiana R
•Aug 3, 2016
Thank you to keep me committed to GIS. I started four weeks ago from scratch but now I feel confident with GIS and want to learn more.
By Wesley B
•Mar 4, 2018
Great introduction to GIS. Exactly what I was looking for, including some hands on experience that helped me realize how little I know.
By Birhane W
•Nov 14, 2017
It is a wonderful course. As a beginner in the field I am satisfied with the level of knowledge I got through this introduction course.
By Kara F
•Oct 17, 2017
Useful course explaining the basics of GIS data and how to perform simple geoprocessing and cartography tasks using ArcGIS for Desktop.
By Evelyne I
•Dec 23, 2020
I find that the materials for the course were given in a very efficient manner and that the instructor's methodology is very accurate.
By Laura F A S
•Apr 24, 2020
It is a great course. I liked it so much because I really learned about the basic things of GIS. Nick Santos is a really good teacher.
By M.Shehzaib A
•May 6, 2018
It included detailed easy to understand instructions a lot of good practice material and an active link to the GIS-Coursera community.
By Lina Z
•Jan 10, 2018
Well organized, manageable course. I had lots of fun learning about GIS and making maps! I'm now considering doing the specialization!
By Peter Z
•Dec 6, 2020
This is the best option to anyone who's seeking knowledge about GIS and ArcMap, The course is well structured and easy to understand.
By Jesus A G
•Jun 18, 2020
This course is simple and easy to understand. I really hope that the next course is as simple as this course to understand and learn.
By Patrick M
•Jun 4, 2020
A good starting point which build to technical complexity quickly but without being overwhelming. ArcGIS access is also very helpful.
By Jamie S
•Sep 10, 2018
Great intro to GIS with well structured instruction, demos and practice assignments of foundational concepts. Nick does a great job!
By Marta S
•Dec 16, 2016
An excellent course, well crafted lessons and videos. Challenging assignments, great tutorials and resources. I highly recommend it.
By Arun K S
•Sep 6, 2020
Very detailed and excellent explanation. I am very happy to complete this course. It has increased my confidence to do GIS projects.
By Visveswara K M
•May 19, 2020
Very nice course and really well taught.
The assignments are really helpful and the final assignment covers all the topics very well.