GEOG 212
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Geography
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Concepts in the use of small- and large-scale digital map data, emphasizing landscape interpretation and feature description.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
1
Title
GIScience
Learning Outcome
Understand basic spatial concepts and data models that form the foundation of GIS.
Title
Data Management
Learning Outcome
Acquire geospatial data from common sources and manipuate them for a specific application.
Title
GIS Analysis
Learning Outcome
Analyze data using GIS to solve real world problems.
Title
GIS Applications
Learning Outcome
Describe several applications in which GIS is used to solve geographic problems.
Title
Cartography & Visualization
Learning Outcome
Design and use maps to explore and communicate geospatial information.
