Austin Community College
Spring 2011 - OPEN COURSES
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Updated: 11/30/2011 11:01:05
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(see Geography Dept. for GEOG 2470 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and GEOG 2471 GIS II )
16 Week Session January 18 - May 15
GISC 1391 Special Topics in Cartography
G+ [3/12] 27287 Lec 001 NRG TBA TBA OH Moran, Sean
GISC 1401 Cartography and Geography in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems
G+ [10/12] 23727 Lec 001 NRG 3207 TTh 2:05pm - 4:40pm OH Moran, Sean
GISC 1421 Introduction to Raster-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
G+ [9/12] 23728 Lec 001 NRG 3207 TTh 7:25pm - 10:00pm OH Brown, Bonnie
GISC 1491 Special Topics in Cartography
G [9/12] 22255 Lec 001 NRG 3207 U 12:00pm - 5:20pm OH Noyes, Theresa
GISC 2264 Practicum (or Field Experience) – Cartography
G+ [1/12] 27289 Prat 001 NRG TBA TBA OH Brown, Bonnie
GISC 2280 Cooperative Education - Cartography
G+ [1/12] 27300 Lec 001 NRG TBA TBA OH Moran, Sean
GISC 2401 Data Acquisition and Analysis in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
G+ [10/12] 23729 Lec 001 NRG 3207 TTh 4:45pm - 7:20pm OH Moran, Sean
GISC 1391 Special Topics in Cartography
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
GIS Capstone - A capstone instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in Geographic Information Systems. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of Geographic Information Systems. Prerequisite: GEOG 2470.
GISC 1401 Cartography and Geography in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems
This course introduces the student to the principles of cartography and geography. The course emphasis is on global reference systems and the use of satellites for measurements and navigation. Prerequisite: GEOG 2470.
GISC 1421 Introduction to Raster-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
This course focuses on instruction in GIS data sets including raster-based information such as images or photographs, acquisition of such data, and processing and merging with vector data. Prerequisite: GEOG-2470.
GISC 1491 Special Topics in Cartography
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Cartography - This course introduces the student to reference and thematic map use and design. It examines basic cartographic mapping techniques for quantitative and qualitative data, teaches about geospatial analysis and interpretation, and enables students to design basic maps that communicate information effectively. Topics covered include the basics in mapping (i.e. scale, spatial reference systems, and projections), data acquisition and organization, key techniques for thematic mapping, and the principles of cartographic abstraction and design.
GISC 2164 Practicum (or Field Experience) – Cartography
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. A capstone experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field. This is a practical, general workplace training experience supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. It involves a written agreement between the educational institution and a government agency, business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college that directly relate to specific occupational outcomes. This may be paid or unpaid experience and may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Prerequisite: GEOG 2471.
GISC 2231 Advanced Problems in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
This seminar course is designed for the final semester of a degree or certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Projects will include individual and group studies of GIS applications using the skills acquired in previous courses. The student will produce a professional project and present the results to a panel consisting of peers, instructors, and/or practicing GIS professionals. Prerequisite: GEOG 2470.
GISC 2264 Practicum (or Field Experience) – Cartography
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. A capstone experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field. This is a practical, general workplace training experience supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. It involves a written agreement between the educational institution and a government agency, business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college that directly relate to specific occupational outcomes. This may be paid or unpaid experience and may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Prerequisite: GEOG 2471.
GISC 2280 Cooperative Education - Cartography
This course focuses on career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. It includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: GEOG 2471.
GISC 2401 Data Acquisition and Analysis in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
This course studies the management of geographic information, system life cycles, and costs and benefits. It examines institutional issues such as data providers, data management, combination of attribute and graphic data, information storage and access, and state and national standards for spatial data. The course introduces the student to GIS applications for data modeling and analysis. Prerequisite: GEOG 2470.