Courses

All GIS Center courses are available to all learners for academic credit.  A variety of courses exists to suit your interests.  

To register for courses please contact the Office of the Registrar's website.

 
 
GEOG 260 (formerly 276). Introduction to Cartography: Map Conceptualization and Development

3 cr. The map production process, including rationale, graphic structure, data collection and organization, map layout, and final production. 2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab per wk. Prereq: So st.

GEOG 241 (formerly 279). Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems

2 cr. Definition and components of GIS for resource management. Principles and structure of spatial data and cartographic modeling. Spatial data acquisition, manipulation, translation, aggregation, analysis, and presentation. Prereq: Any geography, CNR or environmental science course.

GEOG 360 (formerly 376). Statistical and Multimedia Cartography

3 cr. Statistical manipulation and symbolization of spatial data for map presentation. Acquire and handle quantitative data within a multimedia mapping environment. 2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab per wk. Prereq: 276 or cons instr.

GEOG 377/577. Remote Sensing I

 3 cr. Characteristics of aerial photographs and digital imagery. Use remote sensing materials to conduct resource inventories, and land use evaluation, and landform analysis. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. May not earn credit in both Geog 377 and Natural Resources 377. 

GEOG 477/677 (formerly 379/579). Remote Sensing II

3 cr. Learn principles of remote sensor technology and apply them to inventory earth resources, detect and monitor pollution, and measure other environmental phenomena. Use visual analysis and computer-assisted digital imaging processing techniques to interpret various types of remote sensor imagery. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Possible field trip(s). Prereq: 377 or Natural Resources 377. 

GEOG 361/561 (formerly 382/582). Dynamic Cartography

3 cr. Theory and practical applications of interactive mapping and hypermedia presentation. Survey of animated mapping, Web-based cartography, dynamic map displays and associated authoring tools within a multimedia environment. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Prereq: 276 or cons instr.  

GEOG 362 (formerly 386). Map Design and Production

3 cr. How the graphic elements of a map affect its physical and perceived structure. Graphic communication, design principles, and map production skills. 2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab per wk. Prereq: 276 or cons instr. 

GEOG 433/633 (formerly 471/671). GIS and Geodesign for Sustainability and Resiliency

3 cr. GIS concepts and applications to support regional and community level sustainability initiatives. Examination of spatial analysis topics and practices including sustainability indicators, resource management, public participation, decision making and effective presentation. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Prereq: 279, 476/676 or cons instr. 

GEOG 445/645 (formerly 472/672). GIS Environmental Modeling and Management Techniques

 3 cr. GIS modeling techniques for natural resource managers and environmental scientists. GIS algorithms for recreational management, conservation, habitat suitability, watershed delineation, environmental pollution, land use planning, and natural disasters. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Prereq: 476/676, 479/679 or cons instr. Recommended: 377/577, 379/579. 

GEOG 341/541 (formerly 476/676). Geographic Information Systems I

3 cr. Develop, use and maintain a geographic-based spatial information system (GIS) for resource management. Acquire and assess spatial data. Compare raster and vector data models. Computer-based geographic data handling, analysis, interpretation, and display. Cartographic and spatial modeling. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk .Prereq: Any geography, CNR, or environmental science course; Geog 279 recommended.   
 

GEOG 343/543 (formerly 479/670).  Geographic Information Systems II

3 cr. Intermediate and advanced GIS techniques; integrate medium and large scale digital databases, use rectified aerial and satellite geographic base data. Principles and development of complex environmental and cultural spatial modeling, GIS programming concepts and applications. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Prereq: 476; Recommended: 379.  

GEOG 480. Internship in Geography

1-12 cr. Supervised training program in geography in cooperation with public or private agencies. One credit is at least 60 hrs work. Credits and/or additional requirements set by instr before registration. May repeat once for 12 cr max. Prereq: Jr or sr st, 9 cr 300/400 geography courses, and cons intern director.  

GEOG 342/542 (formerly 481/681). GIS Database Design and Modeling

3 cr. Effectively construct, integrate, design and implement geodatabases. Examine storage, cataloging, maintenance and use of geospatial data within practical applications. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Prereq: 476, 479 or cons instr.  

GEOG 441/641 (formerly 482/682). GIS Programming and Customization

3 cr. Customize GIS software for extended functionality and utility of the import, query, and display of geospatial information. Use and survey GIS programming languages to develop spatial applications and geographic models. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Prereq: 476, 479 or cons instr.  

GEOG 449/649 (formerly 483/683). GIS Applications in Emergency Management

3 cr. Public safety issues and GIS-based response assessment and emergency management. GIS methodologies involving crime analysis, fire response strategies, search and rescue, networked operations, risk assessment, personnel deployment, 911 infrastructure, and homeland security issues. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Field trips may be required. Prereq: 279, 476/676 or cons instr.  

GEOG 485. Practicum in Geography

1-3 cr. Practical experience in geography under faculty supervision. Proposed practicum requires cons chair. May repeat for 6 cr max. Prereq: jr st, written cons instr.  

GEOG 447/647 (formerly 487/687). GIS Web Server Applications and Administration

3 cr. Formulation and construction of web-based maps, spatial data and geoprocessing models. Examination of relevant properties, functionality, interoperability and geodata services. Basics of GIS web server systems, installation and operations. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Prereq: 476/676, 479/679 or cons instr. Recommended: 481/681, 482/682 and working knowledge of computing and programming.

GEOG 488/688. Mobile GIS Techniques

3 cr. Principles and practical applications of using mobile GIS. Planning, creation, implementation of an integrated digital network within a public environment. Mobile project design, development, synchronization, maintenance, and deployment. Field trips may be required. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Prereq: 476/676, 479/679 or cons instr.

GEOG 779. Geographic Techniques for Educators and Professionals

1-3 cr. Teachers/professionals examine, develop, and apply one or more spatial technique(s). Acquisition/assessment of spatial data, computer-based geographic data handling, aggregation, translation, analysis, interpretation and mapping of geographic information. Possible fieldtrip(s). Subtitle will designate topic.