GEOG 5600 - Cartography I

Introduction to digital cartographic design and cartographic visualization. Theory and practice of map design developed in weekly lectures and lab.

Requisites:
Credit Hours: 4
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture, 2.0 laboratory, 1.0 research
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:

Apply these concepts through digital mapping exercises in the computer lab.
Learn the basics of data classification, generalization, and projection choice, the function and form of the major types of thematic maps, and the principles of charts and graphs.
Learn the fundamental cartographic concepts of visual variables and the elements of map design.