Geography 172
Cartography: Compilation and Presentation
Instructor: Richard Taketa
Office: Washington Square Hall (WSQ) 113A
Telephone: 408/924-5425
e-mail: rtaketa@email.sjsu.edu
Office Hours: See Geography Staff Listing
Meeting Times: See Geog 172 General Description
 
Description: Geography 172 covers the processes involved in creating a map. All aspects of the mapping process will be addressed, but specific emphasis will be placed on compilation, generalization, and design. You will be introduced to the map production process, including graphic arts reproduction technology.

The course involves a combination of lectures, discussions, and laboratory exercises. You should read the assigned sections of the textbook prior to the week in which they are discussed. The lectures/discussions will expand on the materials in the text.Discussions will involve all members of the class. However, you will not be evaluated on participation.

Laboratory exercises will cover a range of map production, including both manual and automated techniques. Most exercises will involve the use of computer-based graphics applications. No prior computer experience is required.

SJSU Geography Department of Geography
San Jose State University
118 Washington Square Hall
One Washington Square
San Jose, CA 95192-0116
Telephone: 408-924-5475
Fax: 408-924-5477
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