ENVS 115A: GIS & Envnmtl Applc
University of California, Santa Cruz
Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) as the technology of processing spatial data, including input, storage and retrieval; manipulation and analysis; reporting and interpretation. Emphasizes GIS as a decision support system for environmental and social problem solving, using basic model building, experimental design, and database management. Taught in conjunction with ENVS 215A. Students cannot receive credit for this course and ENVS 215A.
Average GPA: 3.66
Grade distribution records: 511 students across 7 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 156 | 30.5% |
| A | 112 | 21.9% |
| A- | 91 | 17.8% |
| B+ | 51 | 10.0% |
| B | 32 | 6.3% |
| B- | 21 | 4.1% |
| C+ | 8 | 1.6% |
| C | 6 | 1.2% |
| C- | 1 | 0.2% |
| D | 2 | 0.4% |
| F | 2 | 0.4% |
| P | 19 | 3.7% |
| NP | 6 | 1.2% |
| W | 4 | 0.8% |
Based on 511 student grade records across 7 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Barry Nickel 352 students, Average GPA 3.76
- Bo Yang 159 students, Average GPA 3.46