GEOG 412 - The Power of Maps: Fundamentals of Cartography

(3 units) CO12

Critical examination of map reading and map design, including technical skills in mapmaking and the social, political, and ethical implications of maps as a communicative tool.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Recommended Preparation: GEOG 210 or instructor approval

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 2
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify fundamental design principles in mapmaking.
2. apply common methods used in the display and communication of geospatial data.
3. discuss mapping ethics and how political contexts influence mapmaking practice.

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