GEOG 566 - Field Methods and Global Positioning System (GPS)

Institution:

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

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Description:

This cours covers traditional and state-of-the-art techniques used to collect geographic field data. Topics include map use, orienteering, recording field observations, using GPS technology for mapping, data dollection, and field checking. Students will learn how to create spatial databases from field observations and integrate these data with GIS. Prerequisite: GEOG 250, or consent of instructor. (F)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uwrf.edu

Phone Number:

(715) 425-3913

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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