Geographic Information Science (GIS) and Mapping
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Request an ArcGIS Account
- Request a St. Olaf ArcGIS Account!Submit a ticket to IT Helpdesk and request to have your ArcGIS account activated! ArcGIS can be used for any project (coursework or personal projects) while you have an active St. Olaf account.
- I have GIS questions!Have any questions about GIS or mapping applications? Contact the IT Helpdesk and someone will reach out for a consultation. Also check out the IT Helpdesk Knowledge Base for documentation for GIS applications.
Programs and Applcations
There are a variety of tools, platforms, and mapping resources out there for use!
Check out this list to see what might work the best for your project. Here are some factors are keep in mind when selecting a tool:
- How easy it is for us to install and support at St. Olaf?
- Can you use your St. Olaf acocunt?
- Will you want to keep any project information for job searching after graduating?
- Do you need to be able to access it on your personal computer or is going to a lab (GIS lab or DiSCO) okay!
- What is your project timeline?
- Mapping Platforms and ApplicationsWhat types of mapping platforms, software, and applications are there? This is a list of common mapping programs and their functionality.