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  • GEOG 360: Database Design and Management in GIS

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Prerequisite: CISA 320 and GEOG 330 with grades of "C" or betterCourse Transferable to CSU Hours: 54 hours LEC This course examines principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database management and design including conversion fundamentals, modeling techniques, and strategic planning. The needs, alternatives, and pitfalls of spatial database development and conversion are discussed. In addition, this course examines various types of spatial data applicable to GIS, and relevant issues including hardware and software requirements. Particular attention is paid to determining an appropriate methodology, conversion plan, and data quality assurance procedure. This course includes hands-on practical exercises in spatial database management skills.
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  • GEOG 362: Advanced Database Design and Management in GIS

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Prerequisite: GEOG 360 with a grade of "C" or better.Advisory: CISA 320, CISA 321, and CISC 300. Course Transferable to CSU Hours: 54 hours LEC This course extends the concepts presented in GEOG 360. The advanced applications of organizing, inputting, and editing spatial data are examined and implemented, including topology, performance tuning, spatial service management, and data organization. Traditional spatial database topics are rigorously examined in a GIS context, including data integration, warehousing, complex SQL coding, metadata management, and multi-level security.
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  • GEOG 375: Introduction to GIS Programming

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Prerequisite: CISP 372 and GEOG 330 with grades of "C" or betterCourse Transferable to CSU Hours: 50 hours LEC; 12 hours LAB This course is an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programming using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and ArcObjects. These tools allow the user to customize the graphical user interface of popular GIS applications, to automate GIS tasks, and to create new GIS functionality. This course may be taken up to four times on a different software package or version.
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  • GEOG 376: Intermediate GIS Programming

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Prerequisite: GEOG 375 with a grade of "C" or better.Course Transferable to CSU Hours: 45 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB This course provides concepts and skills necessary to become a profi cient GIS applications developer. It utilizes the Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and Python scripting languages, in conjunction with ArcObjects, to develop complex GIS procedures and functions. Additionally, the course focuses on advanced methods for controlling feature display, querying, working with selection sets, creating dynamic layouts, editing tables, and performing geoprocessing operations. This course may be taken up to four times on a different software package or version.
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  • GEOG 380: Advanced GIS Software Applications

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Prerequisite: GEOG 334 with a grade of "C" or betterCourse Transferable to CSU Hours: 50 hours LEC; 12 hours LAB This course provides an overview of a full-featured, powerful Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software application (such as ArcGIS 9.x). GIS software is used to apply geoprocessing concepts to solve spatial problems. Emphasis is placed on the creation, modifi cation, and analysis of spatial data; the creation of effi cient maps; manipulation and interpretation of attribute data; and network analysis. This course may be taken four times on a different software package or version.
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  • GEOG 385: Introduction to Web Based GIS Application Development

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Prerequisite: GEOG 330 with a grade of "C" or betterAdvisory: CISW 300 Course Transferable to CSU Hours: 50 hours LEC; 12 hours LAB This course introduces the development of Web-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions. Web-authoring tools and Internet map servers (such as ArcIMS and ArcServer) are used to teach the techniques of Internet mapping and interactive user interface design for GIS applications. Focus is on the theories and principles behind Internet mapping to perform map display and spatial analysis, on GIS application development, and on Web design for Internet mapping systems. This course may be taken four times on a different software package or version.
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  • GEOG 386: Using GIS for Disaster Management

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Prerequisite: GEOG 330 or 334 with a grade of "C" or better.Course Transferable to CSU Hours: 44 hours LEC; 30 hours LAB This course provides an introduction to the use of GIS as a powerful tool in disaster management. Techniques and skills in the application of spatial information and analysis technologies to the problems of disaster and complex emergency management are investigated. GIS software and GPS technology are used to visualize, analyze, and represent spatial data in the protection of life, property, and critical infrastructure from natural disasters. Key GIS applications include natural hazard identifi cation and mapping, multi-hazard analysis, shelter planning, mitigation, damage assessment, and recovery monitoring.
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  • GEOG 390: Field Studies in Geography

    4.00 - 5.00 Credits
    American River College

    Same As: GEOL 390 Course Transferable to CSU Hours: 24 hours LEC; 144 hours LAB This course involves fi eld study of selected locations of geographic interest. Course content varies according to fi eld trip destination but may include topics in physical geography (e.g., plant and animal communities, climate and weather, geology and geomorphology, natural hazards, environmental impacts, etc.), human geography (e.g., cultural landscapes, economic activities, transportation issues, land use patterns, etc.), and/or introduction to tools and techniques used for geographic fi eld research (e.g., map and compass, the Global Positioning System (GPS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), etc.). Field excursions are required and fi eld trip expense fees may be required. This course may be taken 4 times using different fi eld trip destinations.
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  • GEOG 498: Work Experience in Geography

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    American River College

    General Education: AA/AS Area III(b) Enrollment Limitation: Be in a paid or non-paid internship, volunteer opportunity, or job related to geography or Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students are advised to consult with the Geography Department faculty to review specifi c certifi cate and degree work experience requirements. Course Transferable to CSU Hours: 18 hours LEC; 300 hours LAB This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the fi eld of geography or Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in transfer level degree occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce; completion of required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Rigor is ensured through the development of appropriate level learning objectives set between the student and the employer. During the course of the semester, the student is required to fulfi ll a weekly orientation and 75 hours of related paid work experience, or 60 hours of unpaid work experience for one unit. An additional 75 or 60 hours of related work experience is required for each additional unit. The weekly orientation is required for fi rst time participants; returning participants are not required to attend the orientation but are required to meet with the instructor as needed to complete all program forms and assignments. GEOG 498 may be taken for a total of 16 units when there are new or expanded learning objectives. Students can earn a total of 16 Work Experience units.
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  • GEOL 305: Earth Science

    3.00 Credits
    American River College

    Advisory: MATH 32 and ENGRD 116, ENGWR 51 or ESLW 310; or placement through assessment General Education: AA/AS Area IV; CSU Area B1; IGETC Area 5A Course Transferable to UC/CSU Hours: 54 hours LEC This is an introductory science course covering major topics in geology, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, scientific method and philosophy of science. A field trip may be required. This course is not designed for science and/or geology majors. This course may not be taken with GEOL 301 (Physical Geology Laboratory).
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