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• GGIS 1210: Mapping our Environment

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course presents the basic knowledge required to work with digital maps. It is an introduction to the geo-technologies Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Remote Sensing. The potential uses of those technologies in the areas such as environmental studies, marketing, and demographics are also presented
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• GGIS 1278: Discovering Env Sciences

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  The course will explore and apply scientific principles that describe and explain interesting current topics in the environmental sciences. Topics will be related to the environmental science discipline prefix including concepts in biology, meteorology and climate science, geology, geography, chemistry and physics.
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• GGIS 1510: GeoBusiness

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Spatial patterns associated with the location, distribution and consumption of goods and services are studied. Emphasis is placed on techniques for site selection, marketing and spatial analysis through the use of geotechnology.
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• GGIS 2100: Geographic Information Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course provides an analysis of different methods and techniques of representing geographic data through the use of various manual and computer-based technologies. The focus is upon the processes involved in the collection, compilation and display of geographic data within the database.
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• GGIS 2300: Environmental Remote Sensing I

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Explores aerial photographs and satellite images for geographic investigation of physical and cultural features of the landscape; as well as the application of remote sensing to topographic and planimetric map construction, agricultural and land use identification, landform study, and forestry.
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• GGIS 2990: Crime Map & Spatial Analysis

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course provides an analysis of different methods and techniques of representing spatial crime data through the use of various computer-based technologies. The students will examine crime at the national, state, and local level using geo - technology. Students will also learn some of the problems associated with spatial crime data.
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• GGIS 3050: Spatial Energy/Nat Res

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course provides an analysis of different concepts and techniques used in representing land data through spatial technology. The students will examine land documents and input, edit and analyze them using geographic information systems. Students will also learn some of the pitfalls with land data including accuracy, etc.
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• GGIS 3110: Geo Data Handling & Integ

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course concentrates on how geographic data can be compiled from different sources into a GIS project. Tasks include planning and designing a geographic database, data entry (digitization and attribute editing), working with and integrating GIS data from a variety of online sources, and manipulating metadata.
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• GGIS 3120: Computer Cartography

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course introduces the art and science of map making. It is designed to effectively communicate quantitative and qualitative geographic data. Map design, including composition, type and color use, scale, coordinate systems, and layout balance and visual hierarchy are taken into consideration depending on the purpose and the audience of the map.
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• GGIS 3300: Env Remote Sensing II

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Examines concepts of remote sensing theory and practical uses of satellite imagery for interpreting and monitoring Earth's terrestrial and aquatic environments. ENVI software will be utilized for topics such as environmental hazard assessment, land use management, geology, agriculture, forestry, soil resources and oceanography.
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