PA 3 Assignment - What is GIS?
A Geographic Information System or GIS (using GPS data) gives us the power to create maps to not only show exactly where something is physically located; we can correlate other data such as rain fall, moisture depth, insect damage, etc. in the maps.
Reading and Resources
Read/view:
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- Use of GIS in Agriculture
- Online research of GIS in Agriculture (GIS Lounge)
Assignment
After reviewing the readings then conducting online research of GIS in agriculture: Define “What is GIS and how is it used in Agriculture?”
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- Fully addresses all aspects of the question.
- Demonstrates excellent critical thinking skills through multiple examples and ideas.
After completing the questions; save the file with (your initials_Assignment_Unit 5_3) and submit the assignment by the due date listed in the Course Calendar. This assignment has a point value of: 20 points