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GEOG 215. Introduction to Geographic Information Science and Cartography


Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 001606 Grading Basis GRD

This course introduces the fundamental principles of geographic information systems, including various data models and their spatial relationships. Students learn to make maps and to process and analyze spatial data. The course also explores the use of many types of geospatial data. Students learn how these data can be used to aid visualization and decision-making.