GEOG 2103

Elements of GIScience and Technologies

The fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Science (GIS) and its application in planning, marketing, criminal justice, health, natural resources, information technology, engineering, and others. Students learn the processes to collect, organize, analyze, and display geographic data using GIS and are introduced to Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies. Students cover mapping basics including scale, projections, coordinate systems, data classification, and cartographic design. Culminates with group projects on selected topics within Environmental Sustainability.

Units: 4.0