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Geographic Information Science Courses |
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Geog
170.
Introduction to Mapping and Geographic Information Systems
Foundations of the mapping sciences and geographic information systems. Basics of earth measurement, location, and mapping. Thematic map display and analysis. Application through a variety of laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: Geog 1 or instructor consent. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours. 3 units. |
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Geog
171.
Map and GIS Analysis
Maps as tools of geographic expression and research. Introduction to spatial analysis through geographic information systems. Data collection and description; measuring absolute and relative location, patterns, interaction, and association. Prerequisite: Geog 1 and Geog 170 or instructor consent. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours. 3 units. |
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Geog
172.
Cartography: Compilation and Presentation
Techniques of compilation, design, construction and production. Lab projects applying computer graphics and geographic information systems to the effective presentation of geographic themes and information. Prerequisite: Geog 170 or instructor consent. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours. 3 units. |
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Geog
173.
Cartography: Dynamic and Interactive Mapping
Design and implementation of dynamic presentations for visualizing geographic information. Lab projects creating animated and multimedia presentations, and designing user-interfaces for interactive mapping systems. Prerequisite: Geog 170 or instructor consent. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours. 3 units. |
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Geog
175.
Geographic Information Systems: Project Development
Creation of geographic information system databases and application software to solve specific problems in such areas as resource management, facilities management, demographic analysis, and planning. Prerequisite: Geog 170 or instructor consent. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours. 3 units. |
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Geog
181.
Remote Sensing: Basic Theory and Image Interpretation
Acquisition, interpretations, and applications of imagery obtained from both airborne and satellite platforms. Includes visual interpretation and analysis airphotos and non-photographic images, such as radar and thermal infrared. Remotely-sensed imagery as a source for mapping and geographic information systems. Prerequisite: Geog 170 or instructor consent. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours. 3 units. |
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Geog
182.
Remote Sensing: Digital Analysis
Digital image systems and application to earth resource problems. Emphasis on non-photographic sensors, including digital manipulation and image enhancement. Integration of digital imagery with geographic information systems. Prerequisite: Geog 170 or instructor consent. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours. 3 units. |
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Geog
186.
Field Study and Geographic Surveying
Field research methods and geographic survey land-use mapping, landscape analysis, field measurement including global positioning systems (GPS), cartographic presentation of field research. Field measurements and observations as source and validation for geographic information systems. Prerequisite: 12 units of geography or instructor consent. CR/NC grading. 3 units. |
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Geog
187.
Urban Field Study and Mapping
Theory and practice in land-use mapping, intercensal population estimating, functional zonation, e.g., Central Business District, using Santa Clara Valley as a laboratory. Prerequisite: Geog 105 or instructor consent. CR/NC grading. 3 units. |
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Geog
195.
Spatial Analysis
Quantitative analysis of geographical information, including spatial statistics and analytical mapping; application of descriptive and inferential statistics to geographic problems. Prerequisite: Geog 170 and 171, or instructor consent. Lecture 3 hours. 3 units. |
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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 http://www.sjsu.edu/depts/geography |
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