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Geospatial Information Studies
For courses numbered 098, 198, 298, see “Topic Courses” on page 292
GIS 181 Global Positioning Systems Basics
1 cr. hrs. 1 periods (1 lec.)
Introduction to the use of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) receivers in a field setting for non-technical applications.
Includes GPS vocabulary, operation, field data collection and data transfer. Also includes using equipment, resources and
facilities of the Archaeology Centre.
Information: Same as ANT/ARC 181.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
GIS 265 Mapping Concepts
1 cr. hrs. 1 periods (1 lec.)
Introduction to the practical use of maps. Includes map basics and attributes, scales and measurements, direction,
geographic coordinate systems, relief and contours, and aerial photography.
Information: Same as ANT/ARC/GEO 265.
Offered: Fall.
GIS 267 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
3 cr. hrs. 5 periods (2 lec., 3 lab)
Introduction to the technology of geographic information systems. Includes the evolution of the technology, system
components, database concepts, applications and implementation.
Prerequisite(s): ANT/ARC/GEO 265 or concurrent enrollment.
Information:
Basic computer skills are required before enrolling in this course.
Same as ANT/ARC/GEO 267.
Offered: Fall.
GIS 281 Global Positioning Systems
1 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lab)
Introduction to the technical use of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) receivers in a field setting. Includes review of GPS
vocabulary and concepts, comprehensive initialization of handheld GPS receivers, data collection with handheld GPS, the
use of mapping software with data from handheld GPS, concepts of differential GPS, operation of and field data collection
with static and RTK precision GPS, use of software packages for differential correction and map production. Also includes
using equipment, resources and facilities of the Archaeology Centre.
Information: Same as ANT/ARC 281.
Offered: Spring.
GIS 284 Computer Cartography and CAD
3 cr. hrs. 5 periods (2 lec., 3 lab)
Cartographic techniques and hardware for computer generation of maps. Includes an introduction, methods and
techniques, and application projects.
Prerequisite(s): ANT/ARC/GEO/GIS 265 or concurrent enrollment, and CSA 101.
Information: Same as ANT/ARC/GEO 284.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION STUDIES
GIS 286 Electronic and Digital Field Mapping
4 cr. hrs. 8 periods (2 lec., 6 lab)
Overview of the creation of electronic and digital maps in a field setting. Includes introduction, instrument operation, field
data, producing maps, and computer applications.
Prerequisite(s): ANT/ARC 265 and ANT/ARC/GIS 281.
Recommendation: Consult instructor for alternative prerequisite(s).
Information: Same as ANT/ARC 286.
Offered: Spring.
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