Introduction to Computer Mapping and GIS
Scott White
, white_s@fortlewis.edu
Fort Lewis College
a Public four-year institution, primarily undergraduate
.Summary
An introduction to the study and design of maps, primarily through the application of a specialized computer mapping software program known as GIS.
Course URL: https://www.fortlewis.edu/geosciences/
Course Size:
31-70
Course Context:
This is a lower division course (with lab) required of Environmental Biology and Environmental Geology majors. There are no prerequisites Biology majors make up about 60% of the student numbers, and geology majors about 30%.
Assessment
exams and lab assignments
Syllabus:
Syllabus for Introduction to Computer Mapping and GIS course (Microsoft Word 2007 (.docx) 113kB May5 10)