2010-2011 Academic Catalog 
    
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2010-2011 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

GEOG 087 - Introduction to Environmental Information Systems

Type of Course: Lecture, Laboratory
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 Systems (GIS), cartography and remote sensing. Fulfills the Science Perspective.

Cross Listed: GES 087 , ID 087

Instructor: Mr. Rogan

When Offered: Offered every year

Faculty: John Rogan, Ph.D. - Assistant Professor of Geography; Adjunct Assistant Professor of Biology