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GEOG 521R

Geographic Information Practicum

Geography College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Integration of various geographic technologies to solve a practical problem. Advanced topics in GIS, remote sensing, cartography, and programming as needed.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Recommended

Geog 222, 311, 312, 313, 317, 412.

Title

Practicum

Learning Outcome

Students will learn integration of various geographic technologies to solve a practical problem using advanced topics in GIS, remote sensing, cartography, and programming as needed.

Title

Application Development

Learning Outcome

Use programming to develop an geospatial application that integrates GIS, Remote Sensing, and Cartography.

Title

Web Map Design

Learning Outcome

Design effective maps and interactive web interfaces to serve a particular audience and purpose.

Title

Lifelong Learning

Learning Outcome

Learn new skills, technologies, and techniques on your own, using a variety of learning resources.