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Description: MCCCD Approval: 2-27-2007 |
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ENV119
2007 Summer I - 9999 |
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4.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 4.0 Load Occ |
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Introduction
to Geospatial Technology for Environmental Science |
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Introduction to geospatial technology concepts and
applications including map reading, aerial photography interpretation, and
remote sensing. Hands-on experience investigating the local environment with
an air photo browser, remote imaging viewer, and a geographic information
system. Prerequisites: None. Course
Attribute(s): General Education Designation: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative
Applications - [CS] |
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MCCCD
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ENV119 2007
Summer I - 9999 |
Introduction to Geospatial Technology for Environmental
Science |
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Demonstrate basic proficiency with maps, aerial
photographs, and satellite image technology. (I) |
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Create maps from aerial photographs and satellite images.
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Describe geographic relationships. (III) |
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Develop and present a Geographic Information System (GIS)
project using local environmental data. (III-V) |
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Identify careers in Geographic Information System/Remote
Sensing (GIS/RS). (VI) |
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MCCCD
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ENV119 2007
Summer I - 9999 |
Introduction to Geospatial Technology for Environmental
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I. Spatial Technology
Introduction A. Spatial information B. Map reading and
interpretation C. Map direction and scale
interpretation D. Map symbols
interpretation 1. Point 2. Line 3. Fill E. Map scale conversion F. Map orientation and
drawing G. Absolute location
determination H. Latitude and longitude
reading and conversion I. Map projections 1. Purpose 2. Value J. GIS descriptions K. Aerial photography
interpretation L. Satellite imagery
interpretation M. Satellite orbit
simulation N. Satellite imagery
acquisition O. GIS/remote sensing case
studies 1. Environmental 2. Community II. Geographic Tools and
Elements A. Introduction B. Mental maps C. Air photo browser D. Maps exportation E. Thematic maps creation
with air photo browser F. Satellite sensors G. Satellite imagery viewer
H. Land cover
classification analysis I. GIS and geographic
elements III. Geographic
Relationships A. Introduction B. ArcGlobe
global perspective C. Selection tool
evaluation D. Local community E. Career cluster groups IV. Building GIS Projects A. Planning B. Implementation C. Presentation V. Project Management
Models Skill-Based Learning A. Problem identification B. Data manipulation and
analysis C. Reporting and editing D. Oral presentation
preparation E. Project presentation VI. Careers in GIS/RS A. Direct B. Indirect C. Career projects |