Course Description
This course will cover foundational concepts in mapmaking (cartography) using geographical information systems (GIS). The course will also explore map rendering in the digital and mobile worlds where the power of geography and cartography are leveraged through development of location based services used increasingly in everyday life. Topics covered will include but are not limited to: coordinate systems and map projections, measurement and classification, making maps using GIS, critical appraisal of mapped information. The course will combine lectures with practical sessions where foundational concepts will be applied using GIS and related technologies and software.
Distribution Requirement: Social Science, Science
Lecture hours: 12
Practicum hours: 24
Exclusion: GGR272H5
Prerequisite: 9.0 credits including GGR278H5
Recommended Preparation: GGR276H5, STA256H5
This course was a great introduction to GIS. Although I have never worked in GIS before, the instructions were excellent and the professor really took the time to go over the material.
Core Skills Developed
- map making
- graphic design
- cartography