The second part of the course will focus on the collection of various types of environmental data that can be mapped. Also, techniques for determining past as well as current conditions will be covered in order for students to assess changing geographies. The focus of this course is on landscapes, especially those that are material and visible. Instruction will include both classroom lectures and outdoor exercises. This course involves hands-on experience.
Students can expect to be hot, cold, dirty, and wet, and exposed to some health risks.
Research methods, project formulation, data analyses, and cartography will be addressed. This course deals primarily with outdoor data collection techniques and basic analysis and interpretation. One small drafting compass. One small protractor. A pocket calculator.