2020-2021 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 18, 2024  
2020-2021 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

GEOG 087 - Introduction to Environmental Information Science


An introduction to fundamental concepts of environmental geographic information science, and a comprehensive survey of the technologies and institutions involved in producing and using geographic data. These include the global positioning system, aerial surveys and photogrammetry, topographic mapping, social surveys such as the U.S. Census, and satellite remote sensing. Overall, this class is a combined introductory class to Geographic Information Science (GISc), cartography and remote sensing. Fulfills the Science Perspective.

Course Designation/Attribute: SP

Anticipated Terms Offered: Offered Periodically