Fundamental training in map drafting, compilation, symbolization, scales, projections, and map reproduction, including emphasis on the conceptual planning and designing of maps and graphs as a medium for communication.
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Introduction to Geographic Information Systems and Science. This course introduces students to the use of geographic information systems and their basic principles. Topics addressed include data collection, processing and output. Students will learn about types of geographic information and data: sources, constraints, and uses; browsing and analyzing geographic information on the world wide web; collection of spatial data using global positioning systems (GPS) and other technologies.

Investigation of geographic information systems (GIS) and science (GIScience). Including theory and applications areas. A major portion of the course will be based on use of a current widely-used GIS computer software system. Considered will be aspects of geographic data entry and editing, spatial analysis, and map development and display. Relationship of GIS to the Global Positioning System (GPS) and satellite generated data will be addressed. Prereq: GEO 309.

An introduction to reading and interpreting maps. Special attention given to the study of physical and cultural geography as portrayed on large scale topographic maps. Emphasis on the relationship between the environmental setting and human activities, surveys and boundaries, transportation, urban and rural settlement and land use, and place names. Prereq: GEO 130 or 172 or consent of instructor.
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Provides supervised professional experience in public and private sector positions, and is intended to introduce students to the skills and working environments of careers in geography. Students should consult with a geography faculty member in advance of registering for this class. Prereq: Junior or senior standing in the major.

Experience credit in which a small number of advanced students work under the direct supervision of the faculty or staff cartographer and in conjunction with other faculty members on departmental and contracted projects. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours. Prereq: GEO 305 and GEO 506 and consent of instructor.

A basic introduction to computer-assisted cartography. Emphasis on basic computer graphics literacy and automated techniques for spatial data acquisition, storage, processing, and output. Introduction to current mainframe, workstation, and desktop mapping programs. Prereq: GEO 305 or permission of instructor.
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