GEOG 12 - INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL MAPPING

    Recent Professors
    K. Pao
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an overview of the tools and techniques of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The course explores the mapping and spatial analysis capabilities of desktop GIS software (e.g., ArcView, ArcGIS, MapInfo); the management, manipulation and analysis of data; cartographic design and presentation; raster and vector data structures; georeferencing and Global Positioning Systems (GPS); and basic GIS programming. The course discusses how GIS can be applied to various disciplines, including geography, geology, biology, marketing, business and regional planning. C-ID:GEOG 155
    Usually Held
    Mon 5:00pm–6:00pm