Suncrest College - Introduction to Geomatics

Overview

Introduction to the skills for reading maps, air photos and satellite images is provided, along with an introduction to computer-based cartography, image analysis and enhancement, and Geographic Information Systems.

Prerequisites

Or 3 credit units of Science courses and 21 credit units of additional University course work.

Each group denotes a set of equivalent courses. Only one course from each group is required.

GEOG

GEOG 120.3

Introduction to Global Environmental Systems

An introduction to the principles, processes and interactions in the earth's physical environment with a particular emphasis on the flow of energy and matter within global environmental systems. Topics include global radiation and energy balances, atmospheric and oceanic processes, the hydrological cycle, earth surface processes and biogeochemical cycling. Case studies are introduced to illustrate the interaction between human activity and the natural environment.

Note: A background in high school sciences at the 30-level is recommended.

Credit Units: 3.00

Schedule: 3 Lecture hours and 1 Practicum/Lab hours weekly

Institution College: Arts and Science

Institution Department: Geography and Planning

GEOG 125.3

Environmental Science and Society

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GEOG 130.3

Environment Health and Planning

This course explores the many physical, social and cultural interactions that exist between the natural environment, human health and the built environment. Using multiple scales of inquiry ranging from global to local, selected topics will include environmental management, regional and urban planning as well as human health promotion and wellbeing. The course will focus not only on factors contributing to the many current environmental challenges such as global food and water security, building healthier cities and global health inequities but also on innovative technologies and human capabilities to improve the current condition.

Note: Students with credit for GEOG 113 or 114 may not take this course for credit.

Credit Units: 3.00

Schedule: 3 Lecture hours weekly

Institution College: Arts and Science

Institution Department: Geography and Planning

GEOG 150.3

Introduction to the Circumpolar World

Introduces students to the landscapes, peoples and issues of the circumpolar region. Beginning with an examination of the geography, and the biological and physical systems of the Subarctic and Arctic, the course then turns attention to the aboriginal and contemporary peoples of the region. The history of the Circumpolar World is treated in a broad fashion, to provide a grounding in the events and developments that have created the region's contemporary qualities. The second part of the course surveys some of the particular issues facing the region, including climate change, and economic, political and social development. This course is ultimately intended to stimulate interest in the circumpolar world.

Note: Students with credit for NRTH 101 will not receive credit for this course.

Credit Units: 3.00

Schedule: 3 Lecture hours weekly

Institution College: Arts and Science

Institution Department: Geography and Planning

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Institution College

Arts and Science

Institution Department

Geography and Planning

Schedule

3 Lecture hours and 2 Practicum/Lab hours weekly

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Introduction to Geomatics

Introduction to Geomatics

Overview

Prerequisites

GEOG

Introduction to Global Environmental Systems

Environmental Science and Society

Environment Health and Planning

Introduction to the Circumpolar World

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Introduction to Geomatics

Introduction to Geomatics

Overview

Prerequisites

GEOG

Introduction to Global Environmental Systems

Environmental Science and Society

Environment Health and Planning

Introduction to the Circumpolar World

Details

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