| GEOG 1100 Introduction
to GIS, 1 credit
An introduction to what is a GIS (Geographic Information
System). Introduces an entry-level GIS software package
(ArcExplorer); examines the uses of topographic maps
and digital imagery (DOQs and DRGs); explores Global
Positioning Systems (GPS) and the impacts of this
advancing technology; includes hands-on exercises
in a computer lab. (GIS core program course)
GEOG 1101 Geography of the United States,
3 credits
(Meets MnTC Goal 5 and 7)
Topical and regional presentation of physical and human geographic patterns
of the United States.
GEOG 1102 Introduction to Human Geography,
3 credits
Human geography integrates the components of society such as population growth,
distribution and demographics, culture (language and religion), urban contexts,
political organization of the world, and global economics and development.
These elements are interpreted spatially and related to the environment in
which these societies operate. Case studies will be researched, analyzed and
evaluated in laboratory sessions.
GEOG 1103 Physical Geography, 3 credits
(Meets MnTC Goal 5 and 10)
Topical study noting the major physical processes
that cause the earth’s surface features and
influence human habitation on this planet.
GEOG 1106 World Regional Geography,
3 credits
(Meets MnTC Goal 5 and 8)
Regional examination of the physical and human characteristics of the countries
of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
GEOG 1108 Minnesota Geography, 3 credits
(Meets MnTC Goal 5 and 10)
Examination of the geographic patterns of physical
and human resources of Minnesota and its development
in a regional setting.
GEOG 1501 Fundamentals of Maps and Geographic
Information, 3 credits
Introduces the various types and uses of maps,
distortion in map projections, the historical evolution
of cartography, the vast array of geographical
data and analysis techniques. Examines the underpinnings
of geographical and spatial data. (GIS core program
course)
GEOG 1511 Fundamentals of Maps and Geographic
Information Lab, 1 credit
Prerequisite: Completion
of or concurrent enroll-ment in GEOG 1501.
Introduces the various types and uses of maps.
Exercises and projects will emphasize distortion
of distance, direction, area and angles in various
map projections and across various scales, as well
as provide examination of mathematical underpinnings
of geographical and spatial problem solving. (GIS
core program course)
GEOG 2297 Geographic Information Systems and Cartography
(GIS) Internship, 4 credits
Prerequisite: GEOG 2560, 2561, or concurrent enrollment.
Produces opportunities to develop GIS and professional
skills through work experience at appropriate agencies
such as planning departments of government agencies
and private business. (GIS core program course)
GEOG 2299 Independent Study, 1-3 credits
Prerequisite:
Two courses in geography successfully completed.
Designed to offer students the opportunity to do
extensive reading or research on a specific topic
in geography.
GEOG 2501 Cartographic Principles, 3 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG
1501 and GEOG 1511.
Introduction to the principles of map design and
computer cartography and investigation and evaluation
of the principles of map design. (GIS core program
course)
GEOG 2511 Cartographic Principles Lab,
1 credit
Prerequisites: GEOG 1501 and GEOG 1511; completion
or concurrent enrollment in GEOG 2501.
Basic cartographic principles of map design as applied to computer map production.
(GIS core program course)
GEOG 2560 Principles of Geographic Information
Systems & Cartography (GIS),
3 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG 1501, 1511, 2501 and 2511.
An introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Focuses on the basics
of the discipline including the acquisition, storage, analysis and display
of spatial data. (GIS core program course)
GEOG 2561 Principles of Geographic Information
Systems & Cartography (GIS) Lab, 1 credit
Prerequisites: GEOG
1501, 1511, 2501, 2511 and concurrent enrollment
or completion of
GEOG 2560.
An introduction to applied Geographic Information
Systems (GIS). Computer laboratory exercises on
the basics of the discipline including the acquisition,
storage, analysis and display of spatial data.
(GIS core program course)
GEOG 2590 Implementation of a Geographic Information
System, 2 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG 2560 and 2561 or concurrent
enrollment.
Students will become familiar with the six-phase
process to implement a geographic information system
in an organization. Acquisition of a geographic
information system centers on technological issues
such as hardware, software, database management
and other standards. Students will gain an appreciation
for how these issues work together. The adoption
of a geographic information system effectively
reorganizes the data and information an organization
collects, maintains, and uses. Students will become
familiar with this interaction. (GIS core program
course)
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