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0.00 Credits
To be taken concurrently with GL 160. Included will be lab exercises in identification of common minerals, computer aided identification of rock types, map reading, topographic map exercises and structure analysis. S (N) See Industrial Technology
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the central issues of politics such as democracy and dictatorship, types of governments, the relationship of the economy and politics, justice and authority, power and media persuasion and culture and politics. Offered in alternate years. F/S ( C, N, S)
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the system of government in the United States of America through the investigation of the following topics: the function and relationship of the institutions of government (Congress, Presidency and Courts); the principle of federalism; democracy and political ideology; the role of political parties; popular participation and the media; public policy; interest groups and the nature of power in American politics. F/S( C, N, S)
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3.00 Credits
The executive, legislative and judicial systems of New York State's state and local governments are examined with a focus on organization, politics, political participation and policy making. S ( C, N, S)
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the theme of world politics and evolution of world political systems. The course will address the following topics: system characteristics and factors that cause international systems to change, nationalism and national interests, power and force as instruments of international politics, North-South issues, the international legal system, progress in the resolution of global economic and social and environmental problems. F/S ( C, N, S) Students interested in pursuing careers in health or related fields are urged to contact one of our Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Leadership faculty members in order to plan an advisement track to meet your needs. Courses are available on all three campuses.
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3.00 Credits
This course deals with contemporary aspects of geography, both physical and environmental. Specific topics will include the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere of the earth. F/S ( C, N, S)
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on the spatial organization of human activities, including the following patterns of movement, the spatial diffusion of innovations, patterns of land use, location of cities and environmental perception. F/S ( C, N, S)
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed as an introduction to the world community, current world issues and how the concepts of geography impact conditions and policies throughout the world. The course is a study of world regions on the basis of their current level of development, political systems and social and religious structures and the interaction among these regions. No previous knowledge in geography, economics, or political science is required or assumed. F/S ( C, N, S)
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4.00 Credits
This course will provide an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts and applications GIS is a spatial mapping technology that supports the science of geography. The course will explore the following: the variety of uses of spatial analysis; the basic terms and concepts in GIS; issues of data collection, appropriateness, and handling and introduce some techniques in spatial analysis. During the course, students will learn to use ESRI's ArcGIS software. It is assumed that students have no prior knowledge about GIS. This course serves as a foundation course in the GIS Certificate program. Students should have basic computer skills (creating, saving, retrieving files) and some familiarity with Windows operating system. F/S ( C, N, S)
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4.00 Credits
This course will focus on the development of skills and techniques useful in spatial data creation, management and display in a geographic information system (GIS). The following applications will be emphasized: data management, map digitizing, map editing, creation of spatial data with AutoCAD, programming to expand GIS software functionality and concerns and problems in project management. During the course, the student will refine their use of AutoCAD Map software as it applies to GIS analysis. It is assumed that students have either taken GP 150, Introduction to GIS, or can demonstrate to the instructor an equivalent knowledge of GIS. This course serves as a second-level course in the GIS Certificate program. Prerequisite: GP 150 or instructor's permission. May be taken concurrently with GP 290. F/S ( C, N, S)
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