2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

GEOG V08 - WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the world’s major geographic
regions. Topics will include: survey of population distribution,
cultural patterns, political structures and strife, and economic
development; general land use patterns and resource utilization
and their correlation with environment elements including weather,
climate, water resources, and landforms; interpretation of maps
and other geographic imagery; and, an emphasis on geography’s
uniquely spatial perspective within an interdisciplinary approach.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
GEOG V22 - FUNDAMENTALS OF MAPPING AND GEOGRAPHIC
INFORMATION SYSTEMS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an introduction to the mapping sciences
with a primary focus on Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This
is the foundation course for the use of GIS software. It covers the
history, structure, uses, hardware and software requirements, as
well as the basic operations of GIS. It also examines the use of other
operating geographic technologies (maps, aerial photography, remote
sensing, and global positioning systems (GPS)) as they relate to GIS
use. Examples will be presented for the uses of GIS software in a
number of fields including business, city planning, natural resource
management and scientific research. This course is recommended
for anyone who is using or anticipates using any of the many types
of data that can be mapped.
Field trips may be required. Same as GIS V22. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
GEOG V24 - INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL POSITIONING
SYSTEMS (GPS) - .5 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to introduce Global Positioning Systems
(GPS) to those who are considering using a hand-held GPS receiver
for navigating in recreational activities, work, or research. The course
will be a combination of classroom instruction and practical handson
exercises.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Same as GIS V24. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only.
GEOG V26 - INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEMS SOFTWARE - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is a hands-on computer-based mapping course
covering the elements and procedures of using a Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) software package (ArcGIS) to learn GIS
concepts. It covers all of the basic skills needed for operating GIS
including creating and editing digital maps, database access and
editing, basic cartographic principles, and introductory GIS analysis.
It also reviews various application areas that use GIS.
Field trips may be required. Same as GIS V26. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
GEOG V28 - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
APPLICATIONS: PROJECT DEVELOPMENT - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: GIS V26 or GEOG V26
Recommended preparation: GIS V22 or GEOG V22
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an exploration of various Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) techniques and concepts through an active learning
approach. Students will define, propose, design and execute a
project that will incorporate GIS skills and knowledge.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Same as GIS V28.
GEOG V88 - GEOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
GEOG V89 - WORKSHOPS IN GEOGRAPHY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Geog 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
GEOG V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN GEOGRAPHY - .5-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
who wish to pursue projects not included in the regular curriculum.
Students are accepted only by a written project proposal approved by
the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Geog 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
GEOG V95 - GEOGRAPHY INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This course offers students who are volunteers (unpaid) an
opportunity to obtain work experience in their field of study. Students
are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty
member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work
proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only.
Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor.
GEOG V96 - GEOGRAPHY INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This course offers students who are employed in the field an
opportunity to expand their work experience related to their field
of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only.
Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor.
146 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011