Apr 19, 2024  
2019-20 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2019-20 Undergraduate Bulletin ARCHIVED

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Forestry

  
  • FOR 347 - Silviculture


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of silvicultural systems, regeneration and intermediate management from ecologic and economic viewpoints. Required field trips.
    Course Fee: Course fee $72.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 310   Co-requisite(s): FOR 347L  
  
  • FOR 347L - Silviculture Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Study of silvicultural systems, regeneration and intermediate management from ecologic and economic viewpoints. Required field trips.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 347  
  
  • FOR 348 - Natural Resource Policy


    Credit(s): 3

    Forest history and natural resource policy in the United States, including effects of the environmental movement.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
  
  • FOR 349 - Principles of Forest Soils


    Credit(s): 3

    Physical, chemical and biological properties of forest soils. Management and classification of soils. Required field trips.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 111   Co-requisite(s): FOR 349L  
  
  • FOR 349L - Principles of Forest Soils Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Physical, chemical and biological properties of forest soils. Management and classification of soils. Required field trips.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 349  
  
  • FOR 351 - Management of Outdoor Recreation Areas I


    Credit(s): 3

    Structure, staffing and financing of parks, wildernesses and other forest recreation areas.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $21.
  
  • FOR 402 - Field Ecology


    Credit(s): 3

    Principles of synecology and population ecology as they affect vegetative and animal communities. Ecological impacts of management and quantitative analysis of communities.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 209  or BIO 313  
  
  • FOR 404 - Urban Forestry


    Credit(s): 3

    Planning, establishment, protection and management of individual trees and forest systems within an urban environment. Required field trips.
    When Offered: Spring only, even years.
    Course Fee: Course fee $17.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 209 , FOR 304 , FOR 349   Co-requisite(s): FOR 404L  
  
  • FOR 404L - Urban Forestry Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Planning, establishment, protection and management of individual trees and forest systems within an urban environment. Required field trips.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 404  
  
  • FOR 405 - Environmental Communication and Interpretation


    Credit(s): 3

    Overview of the field of natural resource communication and interpretation. Of particular interest to those whose careers require public interaction.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
  
  • FOR 406 - Wildlife Population Ecology


    Credit(s): 3

    Quantitative and conceptual approach to understanding population ecology and dynamics of wildlife species. Population estimation and other analytical/modeling techniques with an emphasis on conservation and management of game and non-game wildlife populations.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 152 , FOR 205 , FOR 255  
  
  • FOR 409 - Forest Hydrology


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of the effects of forests and forest activities on water quantity and quality, soil erosion and stream sedimentation. Required field trips.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 349   Co-requisite(s): FOR 409L  
  
  • FOR 409L - Forest Hydrology Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Study of the effects of forests and forest activities on water quantity and quality, soil erosion and stream sedimentation. Required field trips.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 409  
  
  • FOR 411 - Timber Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Concepts of stand-level and forest-level timber harvesting schedules.
    When Offered: Fall only, even years.
    Course Fee: Course fee $10.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 205  
  
  • FOR 423 - Advanced Surveying


    Credit(s): 3

    Mathematics, data collection and analysis, boundary law and boundary analysis used in the everyday practice of the land surveyor.
    When Offered: Spring only. Concurrently: Requires concurrent enrollment in lab.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 223   Co-requisite(s): FOR 423L  
  
  • FOR 423L - Lab: Advanced Surveying


    Credit(s): 0

    Mathematics, data collection and analysis, boundary law and boundary analysis used in the everyday practice of the land surveyor.
    When Offered: Spring only. Concurrently: Requires concurrent enrollment in lecture.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 423  
  
  • FOR 427 - Regional Silviculture


    Credit(s): 3

    Multiple use management of the major forest types of the U. S.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 347  or permission of instructor
  
  • FOR 428 - Intensive Silviculture


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of tree improvement in silviculture context. Fundamental concepts of tree breeding, vegetation management and forest fertilization.
    When Offered: Spring only, odd years at forestry field station
    Course Fee: Course fee $50.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 310 , FOR 323 , FOR 325 , FOR 329 , FOR 335 , FOR 336   Co-requisite(s): FOR 428L  
  
  • FOR 428L - Intensive Silviculture Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Study of tree improvement in silviculture context. Fundamental concepts of tree breeding, vegetation management and forest fertilization.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 428  
  
  • FOR 435 - Forest Economics


    Credit(s): 3

    Economic analysis for decision-making in forestry.
    When Offered: Summer II and fall at forestry field station
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 310 , FOR 323 , FOR 325 , FOR 329 , FOR 335 , FOR 336  
  
  • FOR 438 - Fire Use in Land Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of fire in land management. Preparation of burning plans and field applications of prescribed burns. Required field trips.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $15.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 337  or permission of instructor Co-requisite(s): FOR 438L  
  
  • FOR 438L - Fire Use in Land Management Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Study of fire in land management. Preparation of burning plans and field applications of prescribed burns. Required field trips.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 438  
  
  • FOR 441 - Big Game Management


    Credit(s): 3

    The study of basic biology of white-tailed deer, the proper management procedures for producing whitetails on forested lands and the proper harvest of these game animals.
    When Offered: Spring only every other odd year.
    Course Fee: Course fee $85.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 255   Co-requisite(s): FOR 441L
  
  • FOR 443 - Weather and Climate


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to the basic ideas of the atmosphere, weather, climate and weather forecasting, climate and climate change. Develop competencies to access weather information via geospatial software and the internet.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $30.
  
  • FOR 446 - Fire Ecology


    Credit(s): 3

    An investigation of fire ecology in the United States. Emphasis will be on how fire ecology influences natural resource management.
    When Offered: Fall only.
  
  • FOR 447 - Predator Ecology


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to predation theory and current research topics and issues related to predator conservation and management. Emphasis will be on predation as a behavior and as an ecological process.
    When Offered: Spring only, odd years.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 133  or FOR 255  or instructor permission
  
  • FOR 448 - Range Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Principles of range management. Characteristics of rangelands and range plants, and management of grazing animals and vegetation. Emphasis on interactions with recreation, wildlife and forests.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $10.
  
  • FOR 449 - Range and Wildlife Ecology and Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Familiarize students with the concepts, theories and practices of wildlife management and the management of upland birds, non-game birds and ungulates.
    When Offered: Fall only, even years.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 255  or permission of instructor
  
  • FOR 450 - Forest Wildlife Habitat Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Theory and practice of evaluating and managing a forest habitat for wildlife. Required field trips.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $85.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 152 , FOR 219 , FOR 255 , FOR 347   Co-requisite(s): FOR 450L  
  
  • FOR 450L - Forest Wildlife Habitat Management Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Theory and practice of evaluating and managing a forest habitat for wildlife. Required field trips.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 450  
  
  • FOR 451 - Management of Outdoor Recreation Areas II


    Credit(s): 3

    Planning, development and maintenance of parks and forest recreation areas. Required field trips.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $55.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 351   Co-requisite(s): FOR 451L  
  
  • FOR 451L - Management of Outdoor Recreation Areas II Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Planning, development and maintenance of parks and forest recreation areas. Required field trips.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 451  
  
  • FOR 454 - Non-game Wildlife Ecology


    Credit(s): 3

    Ecology of non-game animals in forest ecosystems. Topics include population ecology and the relationships of animals to forest ecosystems. Some bird and small mammal sample techniques included, as is management of some endangered species. Required field trips.
    When Offered: Fall only, even years.
    Course Fee: Course fee $40.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 255  or permission of instructor
  
  • FOR 455 - Wetland Wildlife Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Principles of wetland management to maximize wildlife suitability, use, biological diversity and ecological integrity. Wetland management techniques, practices and concepts with an emphasis on wetland management for migratory birds, including waterfowl, shorebirds and other non-game birds.
    When Offered: Fall only, odd years.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 255  or permission of instructor
  
  • FOR 457 - Environmental Attitudes and Issues


    Credit(s): 3

    Overview of the global historical origins and current influences on attitudes toward the outdoor environment. Examination and discussion of environmental policy, ethics and issues.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
  
  • FOR 458 - Forest Resource Management


    Credit(s): 4

    Formulation, calculation, writing and implementation of multiple-use resource management plans and environmental impact statements and assessments.
    Course Fee: Course fee $75.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 347 , FOR 435 ; GIS 390  or FOR 475   Co-requisite(s): FOR 458L  
  
  • FOR 458L - Forest Resource Management Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Formulation, calculation, writing and implementation of multiple-use resource management plans and environmental impact statements and assessments.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 458  
  
  • FOR 460 - Forestry Internship


    Credit(s): 3

    Studies of resource management in an operational setting under the supervision of an approved organization. Must be arranged in advance and approved by the dean’s office.
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of nine credit hours.
  
  • FOR 463 - Special Problems


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Individual study in an area of the student’s choice. Must be arranged in advance and approved by the dean’s office.
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of nine credit hours.
  
  • FOR 464 - Contemporary Problems in Forestry


    Credit(s): 3

    Classes conducted on current topics in forestry.
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of nine credit hours.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5 to $620.
  
  • FOR 465 - Range Development and Evaluation


    Credit(s): 3

    Principles of the development, improvement and evaluation of rangeland resources. Required field trips.
    When Offered: Spring only, odd years.
    Course Fee: Course fee $10.
  
  • FOR 466 - Urban Wildlife Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Techniques of managing wildlife population in urban/suburban landscapes. Includes nuisance wildlife and habitat restoration.
    When Offered: Spring only, even years.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): FOR 152  
  
  • FOR 470 - Forest Consulting


    Credit(s): 3

    An overview of the forestry consulting business. Focus will be on consulting as a career and provide skills/applications essential for becoming a successful consultant.
    When Offered: Spring only, odd years.
    Prerequisite(s): junior, senior or graduate standing
  
  • FOR 475 - GIS Applications in Wildlife Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Applications of GIS to common tasks and analyses used in wildlife ecology, conservation and management.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 224   Co-requisite(s): FOR 475L  
  
  • FOR 475L - GIS Applications in Wildlife Management Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Applications of GIS to common tasks and analyses used in wildlife ecology, conservation and management.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 475  
  
  • FOR 486 - Mammalogy


    Credit(s): 4

    Classification, evolution, natural history and distribution of mammals. Emphasis on natural history and identification of regional species in lab. Field trips required. Requires outside readings and/or research projects.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $81.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 133  or permission of the instructor Co-requisite(s): FOR 486L  
  
  • FOR 486L - Mammalogy Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Classification, evolution, natural history and distribution of mammals. Emphasis on natural history and identification of regional species in lab. Field trips required. Requires outside readings and/or research projects.
    Co-requisite(s): FOR 486  

French

  
  • FRE 131 - Elementary French


    Credit(s): 3

    Introductory study of French language and Francophone culture with speaking, listening, reading and writing practice.
    Course Fee: Course fee $35.
  
  • FRE 132 - Elementary French


    Credit(s): 3

    A continuation of FRE 131 
    Course Fee: Course fee $35.
    Prerequisite(s): C or higher in FRE 131  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 231 - Intermediate French


    Credit(s): 3

    Continued development of oral expression and listening comprehension with increased emphasis on reading and writing skills.
    Course Fee: Course fee $35.
    Prerequisite(s): C or higher in FRE 132  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 232 - Intermediate French


    Credit(s): 3

    Continuation of FRE 231 
    Prerequisite(s): C or higher in FRE 231  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 235 - French Conversation


    Credit(s): 3

    Development of basic conversational functions (such as giving advice, eliciting and expressing opinions, and narrating events); conversational management skills (such as taking turns, asking for clarification, circumlocution); and understanding of different spoken registers of French.
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 231  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 303 - Advanced Composition and Grammar


    Credit(s): 3

    Development of the reading and composition skills necessary for advanced coursework in French. 
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 232  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 304 - Introduction to French Literature


    Credit(s): 3

    Readings from each of the major literary genres, including lyric poetry, theatre and narrative fiction. 
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 232  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 315 - Topics in French Film and Culture


    Credit(s): 3

    Exploration of cultural themes, such as childhood, family life, social marginality, crime and punishment, and war using French and Francophone film.
    Repeated: May be repeated once for credit with change of topic.
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 232  and FRE 235  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 330 - French Civilization


    Credit(s): 3

    Political, social, religious and cultural history of France from late antiquity to the Fifth Republic. 
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 232  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 335 - Advanced French Conversation


    Credit(s): 3

    Development of speaking and listening skills aimed at a high level of oral proficiency with emphasis on topics pertaining to French or Francophone culture. 
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 235  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 340 - Francophone World


    Credit(s): 3

    A survey of the cultures of the French-speaking populations of Africa, the Caribbean and North America. 
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 232  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 350 - Contemporary French and Francophone Culture


    Credit(s): 3

    Exploration of contemporary culture and social life within a French-speaking country.
    Repeated: May be repeated with change of country.
    Prerequisite(s): FRE 232  or equivalent
  
  • FRE 435 - Special Studies in French Language and Civilization


    Credit(s): 3

    Seminar for advanced studies in French literature. Variable topics, including Francophone literature of Africa and the Caribbean, women writers, the contemporary novel, issues in theatre, as well as studies in specific periods.
    Repeated: May be repeated once for credit with change of topic.
    Prerequisite(s): six hours of advanced French
  
  • FRE 436 - Special Studies in French Literature


    Credit(s): 3

    Seminar for advanced studies in French literature. Variable topics, including Francophone literature of Africa and the Caribbean, women writers, the contemporary novel, issues in theatre, as well as studies in specific periods.
    Repeated: May be repeated once for credit with change of topic.
    Prerequisite(s): six hours of advanced French
  
  • FRE 475 - Advanced Independent Study in French


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Individual instruction, conference and research for advanced students.
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit when topics change. By permission of department chair.

General Agriculture

  
  • AGR 100 - The Agriculture Industry


    Credit(s): 1

    Introduction to agriculture and its relationship to the sciences as well as careers and opportunities in agriculture. Required for all agriculture majors.
    Course Fee: Course fee $10.
  
  • AGR 275 - Special Problems


    Credit(s): 1-4

    Individual instruction in laboratory or field problems. May include enterprise projects.
    Repeated: May be repeated.
    Prerequisite(s): 6 hours of agriculture
  
  • AGR 280 - Special Topics


    Credit(s): 1-4

    Study of specific areas of agriculture approved by the agriculture curriculum committee and by the department chair.
    Repeated: May be repeated.
    Course Fee: Course fee $30.
  
  • AGR 431 - Agricultural Internship


    Credit(s): 4

    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of agriculture
  
  • AGR 432 - Agricultural Internship II


    Credit(s): 4

    Production practices basic to the intern’s major field of interest.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of agriculture
  
  • AGR 433 - Agricultural Internship III


    Credit(s): 4

    Applied management practices related to the intern’s major field of interest.
    Course Fee: Course fee $5.
    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of agriculture
  
  • AGR 475 - Special Problems


    Credit(s): 1-4

    Individual instruction in laboratory or field problems.
    Repeated: May be repeated.
    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of agriculture
  
  • AGR 480 - Topics in Agriculture


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Study of specific areas of agriculture approved by the agriculture curriculum committee and by the chair of the department.

General Business

  
  • GBU 147 - Introduction to Business


    Credit(s): 3

    Overview of basic business functions, including accounting, business law, communication, computer technology, economics, finance, marketing and management. Not open to students with junior or senior standing in the College of Business.
  
  • GBU 310 - Business Communication Technologies


    Credit(s): 3

    Comprehensive study of word-processing equipment, systems and procedures. Emphasis on word-processing applications, work measurement and comparative product evaluation.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • GBU 321 - Information Technology


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to the technology and processes used within the information processing cycle and its impact on organizational and personal productivity.
  
  • GBU 325 - Business, Ethics and Society


    Credit(s): 3

    Comprehensive study of the dynamic social, political, legal and regulatory environments within which domestic and international business must operate. Course topics are examined with emphasis on ethical business decision-making and consideration of social responsibility of business.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • GBU 330 - Principles of Employee Development


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of employee development principles, theories and activities designed by an organization that provides its employees with the necessary skills to meet job demands of the present and future.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • GBU 345 - Training and Development


    Credit(s): 3

    Application of theories of learning and instructional development to the education and training of employees in the organizational environment.
  
  • GBU 400 - Negotiation and Alternate Dispute Resolution


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of negotiation theories and skills applicable to internal and external business transactions. Conflict analysis in domestic, international and cross-cultural settings will be addressed. Dispute resolution methods, resolution systems, social and ethical issues, and trends will be examined.
    Course Fee: Course fee $20.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • GBU 440 - Records Management


    Credit(s): 3

    In-depth study of records management programs for organizations. Hands-on application with an appropriate database management software program.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • GBU 461 - Professional Development and Integration


    Credit(s): 3

    Focus on and application of acquired knowledge and skill sets for managing information and professional relationships. Completion of self-assessment process designed to assist in the development of a professional persona through determining preferences, values and aspirations for launching a successful career through personal information management.
    Course Fee: Course fee $50.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • GBU 470 - Special Topics


    Credit(s): 3

    In-depth study of current interest within the disciplines offered in the Department of Business Communication and Legal Studies.
    Repeated: Can be repeated for a maximum of three credit hours.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • GBU 475 - Special Problems


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Instruction in special topics in general business.
    Prerequisite(s): approval of department chair
  
  • GBU 485 - Internship in General Business


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Individually supervised internship in general business.
    Consent: Consent of department chair.
    Prerequisite(s): advanced standing as a major in general business

Geographic Information Systems

  
  • GIS 201 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems


    Credit(s): 3

    Overview of computer-based GIS concepts and components. Topics include spatial (location) and attributes (description of features), base maps, spatial data manipulation and analysis. Course designed for non-forestry/ environmental science majors who want a broad overview of GIS.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 201L  
  
  • GIS 201L - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Lab


    Overview of computer-based GIS concepts and components. Topics include spatial (location) and attributes (description of features), base maps, spatial data manipulation and analysis. Course designed for non-forestry/ environmental science majors who want a broad overview of GIS.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 201  
  
  • GIS 224 - Introduction to Spatial Science


    Credit(s): 3

    An introduction to the spatial disciplines of aerial photography, satellite remote sensing, GPS and GIS as applied to mapping, monitoring and managing natural resources.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 224L  
  
  • GIS 224L - Introduction to Spatial Science Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    An introduction to the spatial disciplines of aerial photography, satellite remote sensing, GPS and GIS as applied to mapping, monitoring and managing natural resources.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 224  
  
  • GIS 301 - GIS Applications


    Credit(s): 3

    Advanced overview of GIS applications. Develop GIS topics, such as geodata-base construction, thematic map analysis, spatial modeling, data classification and verification, and GIS application design.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 201   Co-requisite(s): GIS 301L  
  
  • GIS 301L - GIS Applications Lab


    Advanced overview of GIS applications. Develop GIS topics, such as geodata-base construction, thematic map analysis, spatial modeling, data classification and verification, and GIS application design.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 301  
  
  • GIS 390 - GIS in Natural Resources


    Credit(s): 3

    Specific approaches to applications of GIS, GPS and remote sensing to problems in natural resource analysis.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 224   Co-requisite(s): GIS 390L  
  
  • GIS 390L - GIS in Natural Resources Lab


    Specific approaches to applications of GIS, GPS and remote sensing to problems in natural resource analysis.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 390  
  
  • GIS 395 - GIS Database Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Instruction will cover geospatial database design, functions, applications and management.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 301   Co-requisite(s): GIS 395L  
  
  • GIS 395L - GIS Database Management Lab


    Instruction will cover geospatial database design, functions, applications and management.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 395  
  
  • GIS 400 - GIS Programming


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to GIS programming language fundamentals, such as data types, control structures and functions. Program design and spatial problem-solving with a high-level programming language will be included.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 301   Co-requisite(s): GIS 400L  
  
  • GIS 400L - GIS Programming Lab


    Introduction to GIS programming language fundamentals, such as data types, control structures and functions. Program design and spatial problem-solving with a high-level programming language will be included.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 400  
  
  • GIS 405 - Remote Sensing Applications


    Credit(s): 3

    Application of analog and digital remote sensing technologies for natural and cultural resource assessment. Specific topics include: stereoscopy, scale, map coordinates, map reading, area and distance estimation, acquiring photos, photo geometry, parallax measurements, electromagnetic spectrum, atmospheric and surface interactions, spectral signatures, film and filters, aerial photo interpretation, digital image acquisition, image resolution, image sensors, radiometric correction, geometric correction, image classification and accuracy assessment.
    When Offered: Fall only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 201  or GIS 224 , and GIS 301  or GIS 390  
  
  • GIS 410 - Landscape Modeling


    Credit(s): 3

    Application of GIS to solving management of spatial applications for natural and cultural resources. Formulation, calculation, writing and implementation of multiple use spatial management for natural resource and cultural resources.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 201  or GIS 224 , and GIS 301  or GIS 390   Co-requisite(s): GIS 410L  
  
  • GIS 410L - Landscape Modeling Lab


    Application of GIS to solving management of spatial applications for natural and cultural resources. Formulation, calculation, writing and implementation of multiple use spatial management for natural resource and cultural resources.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 410  
  
  • GIS 411 - Emergency Management GIS


    Credit(s): 3

    Instruction in incident response protocols, evaluation and transformation of critical infrastructure datasets and post event mitigation using geospatial techniques.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 201  or GIS 224  
  
  • GIS 415 - Spatial Analysis


    Credit(s): 3

    The understanding of spatial process is a fundamental step toward the conservation and management of natural resources. This course is intended to acquaint students with a range of common spatial analysis techniques used to identify and describe spatial patterns and processes operating in natural systems.
    When Offered: Spring only.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 220 , and GIS 201  or GIS 224 , and GIS 301  or GIS 390   Co-requisite(s): GIS 415L  
  
  • GIS 415L - Spatial Analysis Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    The understanding of spatial process is a fundamental step toward the conservation and management of natural resources. This course is intended to acquaint students with a range of common spatial analysis techniques used to identify and describe spatial patterns and processes operating in natural systems.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): GIS 415  
 

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