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Description:
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of geospatial technology, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing (RS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS), map reading, and cartography. Exploration of how geospatial technologies are used in addressing human and environmental issues and can promote sustainability.
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Prerequisite:
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Corequisite:
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Advisory:
Advisory: This is an introductory level course in the applications of GIST, and assumes no prior knowledge of the discipline; Elementary Algebra or equivalent recommended; not open to students with credit in GIST 11.
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Repeatability:
Not Repeatable.
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Hours:
4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter.
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Foothill GE Area:Oral Communication & Critical Thinking
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Transferability:
Both
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Transfer GE:
Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
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Foothill Transfer GE Guide
Department Note:
Two GIS certificates are available: Certificate of Achievement in Geographic Information Systems and Career Certificate for Geographic Information Systems Analyst. For information on the online degree program, visit www.foothillglobalaccess.org/main/aa_geography_new.htm. For general information, visit www.foothill.edu/bss.
