GGR 16 - Techniques of Cartography, Map- Reading, and Air-Photo Interpretation

Institution:

Long Island University-C W Post Campus

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Description:

This course includes the history of maps and mapping;the various types and characteristics of maps; cartographic methods of representing natural and cultural data. Also included is the use of topographic maps, stereo air photographs, and infrared photography as analytical tools in the study of physical and human geography, in land from study, and in resource evaluation. A cartographic project may constitute part of the course; demographics maps of Nassau County are made. Three hours lecture, two hours open laboratory.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.liu.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 299-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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