Course Description
GEOG180
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Map Reading and Interpretation
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- Sp Map reading and interpretation is an important aspect of geographic
exploration and research. This course is designed to assist the beginning
student in developing the skills needed for this type of study. Emphasis is
placed on mapping of both the natural and cultural environments. Topics
include: the history of geographic exploration and mapping, map and aerial
photographic interpretation; global coordinate systems, map projections and
scale, map types, maps as propaganda, the use of topographic maps; and the use
of computers for both map creation and data evaluation.
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