GEOG 360 Seattle Campus Principles of Cartography Origins, development, and methods of cartography. Principles of data representation and map design for thematic and topographic mapping. This course presents the development and methods of cartography. The focus is on principles of data representation and map design for thematic and topographic mapping.
Course covers both communications view of cartography and analytical approach.
Students are provided with an introduction to the use of computers for mapping. Several mapping exercises throughout the quarter using computer-oriented tools. Previous computer experience is not necessary. No prior computer experience required, but some familiarity with Windows might help. Interest in maps and spatial distributions.