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GEOG 104 - Principles of Physical Geography - 5.00 credits
Survey of the characteristics and distribution of the components of the Earth's natural environment, using basic geology, meteorology, climatology, vegetation, soil, map studies, geomorphology, surficial processes and the relationship to human activity. Optional field trips. (MOTR GEOG 100)
GEOG 105 - World Geography - 3.00 credits
Introduction and application of geographic principles to the survey of the major world regions: Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East, North America, and the Pacific World. (MOTR GEOG 101)
GEOG 110 - Meteorology - 4.00 credits
Introduction to the structure, composition, and interaction of the atmosphere with emphasis on atmospheric processes and related phenomena, storm systems, weather information resources, basic forecasting, equipment and techniques of meteorologists, and climate variability. (MOTR PHYS 110LAS)
GEOG 113 - Cultural/Human Geography - 3.00 credits
Addresses techniques of geographic interpretation, and cultural and political diversity, the relationship to physical environment, availability of water, food, and other natural resources, language, religion, industry, spatial relationships of cities and settlements, population, ethnic characteristics, migration, folk and popular cultures, and the effects of globalization. (MOTR GEOG 101)
GEOG 120 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - 3.00 credits
Fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), elements of GIS, analysis of spatial information, real-world applications, map creation and analysis. Primary objective is to investigate interactive GIS application rather than develop expert users.
GEOG 220 - GIS Database and Design - 3.00 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG 120. Concepts of Geo-database design and management in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), SQL statements, geographic data types and functions, data entry, techniques of geographic information structure and indexing, querying techniques, searches, and spatial analysis, creation and use of metadata real-world applications.
GEOG 224 - Applications in Geographic Information Systems - 3.00 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG 120 & GEOG 220. Applications in Geographic Information Systems. Data collection, incorporation of local and global data, and analysis of spatial information that can be used to investigate major application areas, national GIS policy.
GEOG 228 - Administrative Issues in GIS - 3.00 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG 120. Addresses issues unique to a GIS operation such as implementation issues, decision making procedures, strategies for success, legal issues, involvement of management, NCGIA Guidelines, marking within an organization, strategic planning, and industry outlook.
GEOG 230A - Geographic Information Systems Internship - 1.00 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG 120 & GEOG 220. Internship in a Geographic Information Systems setting. Experience real-workplace requirements, complete assigned tasks by host organization such as GIS data entry, data retrieval, GPS field work, documentation, or general GIS setting duties. Arranged meetings with instructor to discuss work ethics, expectations, challenges, and evaluation.
GEOG 230C - Geographic Information Systems Internship - 3.00 credits
Prerequisites: GEOG 120 & GEOG 220. Internship in a Geographic Information Systems setting. Experience real-workplace requirements, complete assigned tasks by host organization such as GIS data entry, data retrieval, GPS field work, documentation, or general GIS setting duties. Arranged meetings with instructor to discuss work ethics, expectations, challenges, and evaluation.