4HYD222: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Course categoryHydrology
This course introduces students to the core principles and practical applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using ArcGIS Pro, the leading desktop GIS platform. Students will gain hands-on experience in managing spatial data, creating advanced 2D, 3D, and 4D visualisations, and performing spatial analyses relevant to environmental and water-related fields. Emphasis is placed on GIS as a decision-support tool in hydrology and geography, with a focus on real-world problem-solving and data sharing across the ArcGIS ecosystem. The course combines theoretical concepts with practical exercises to build proficiency in using GIS for hydrological and spatial analysis.
Lecturer: Andrew Hall
email: halla@unizulu.ac.za