G&R 1080 - INTRODUCTION TO MAPPING/GIS/GPS SYSTEMS

Institution:

Central Wyoming College

Subject:

G&R Geography & Recreation

Description:

This course will introduce the use of maps to navigate ideas and opinions about places and the analysis and presentation of mapped data to solve spatial or geographic problems. Additional topics include the basic elements of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) including hardware, software, spatial data, display, and personnel. Students will complete a series of practical exercises using GIS and GPS. (2 lect., 2 lab)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.cwc.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 735-8418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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