GESC251
Cartography
0.5 Credit

Hours per week:
  • Lecture/Discussion: 2
  • Lab: 2

An introduction to the theory, practice and critique of cartography, emphasizing the basics that should be understood by all map users and map makers. Topics will include: the history of mapping, the purpose of maps, mental mapping, cartographic design, map projections, thematic map types, online mapping and virtual globes.

Additional Course Information
Exclusions
GG251.