GIS 111 - Introduction to Cartography

Institution:

White Mountains Community College

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Description:

(3 Credits) An introduction to the history, theory and practice of map making. Students will gain an understanding of the complexity of displaying a spherical earth on flat paper. Topics will include graphical communication, map abstraction, map compilation and map production with an emphasis on thematic and computer cartography.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wmcc.edu

Phone Number:

(603) 752-1113

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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