Introduction to Cartographic Design Map Production and Imaging Digital map production processes are covered in this course. A variety of design and production software packages will be used. Introduction to Computers and Mapping Applications Map and Air Photo Interpretation Learners will master landform and landscape interpretation and analysis using maps and aerial photographs. Students will also develop the skills necessary to generate maps using aerial photographs using elementary photogrammetric techniques. Introduction to Map Reading and Interpretation Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Computer-assisted mapping involves the application of GIS in the production of thematic maps.
Emphasis is placed on data capture, management, analysis and output.
As the course progresses, more relationships of spatial and attribute data are explored together with macro level programming in the PC environment. This course is designed to provide the learner with the skills necessary to perform advanced environmental analyses using maps and aerial photographs. This self-directed course concentrates on smaller cartographic systems which are available in the mapping industry. The availability of mapping systems is ever-growing and learners are encouraged to explore topics which are interesting and relevant to their own potential employment opportunities. Learners are limited to the software and hardware available at the College.