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Lilwolf:
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Yeah, it's pretty amazing just how many Java enabled mobile phones and devices are gonna be in circulation in the upcoming year.
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Agent Davis:
Ok guys, this is kind of on a different note. I have found a major program at OSU that I thought was kind of interesting and wanted to get your thoughts on it. I'm not bringing this up in comparison to programming but it is an "information systems" major. I just want your impressions on it because a lot of the descriptions are Greek to me. Sorry if I'm throwing this topic way too off-topic. One reason I've been looking heavily into some sort of computer science/ systems programs is because I'd really like to strengthen my academic work a little. I have high asparations and want to be as competitive as possible. Obviously if I took this program, I wouldn't be double majoring in poli sci/ crim. Here it is:
Geography Undergraduate Track in Analytical Cartography & Geographic Information Systems
580 Elements of Cartography
A study of the cartographic techniques of map compilation and presentation including generalization, symbolization, reproduction, and simple computer mapping with an emphasis on thematic mapping.
680 Numerical Cartography
An examination of the theory and methods of machine-oriented numerical cartography.
607 Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems
Basic principles of geographic and land information systems and their use in spatial analysis and information management.
683 Introduction to Geographic Analysis
An introduction to data analysis in geography; fundamental methods used in quantitative geographic research.
685 Intermediate Geographic Information Systems
Designed to provide a background in GIS-based spatial analysis approaches and develop an understanding of the operational basis of modern GIS technology.
Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: 607, or 607 in one of the following depts: C&R Plan, Civil En, Geod Sci, or Nat Res; or permission of instructor.
687 Design and Implementation of Geographic Information U G 5
Introduction to the design of geographic information systems (GIS), institutional context of geographic information systems; design; role of data base design; and evaluation of GIS.
CIS 201
CIS 214 (might could get this changed if I wanted to take 230 instead)
Would also have to take Math 150, 151, 152, Stats 245
lemme know what you guys think
Lilwolf:
No... you can't have your thread back! It's now officially the whats a better language and I'm still sticking with JAVA! Nope... its all about languages and the evil evil MS! Not school related at all. Go make your own thread :)
jk
I'm a CS major so I cant help you much.
Agent Davis:
152 posts..... freak.....
u_rebelscum:
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GIS, what I got a BA in. But to say I majored in "geography" is misleading and, um, makes people think I took an easy major. (It was easy, but that's besides the point. ;D ) I'll put what the courses seem to be about below, in layman's terms. And I don't say "GIS system" ("system system") for a reason.:)
--- Quote ---580 Elements of Cartography
A study of the cartographic techniques of map compilation and presentation including generalization, symbolization, reproduction, and simple computer mapping with an emphasis on thematic mapping.
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How to read maps. And the differences between paper and computer ones. What is a map.
--- Quote ---680 Numerical Cartography
An examination of the theory and methods of machine-oriented numerical cartography.
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How number values are shown on maps and how to read the numbers.
--- Quote ---607 Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems
Basic principles of geographic and land information systems and their use in spatial analysis and information management.
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What is the use of a GIS.
--- Quote ---683 Introduction to Geographic Analysis
An introduction to data analysis in geography; fundamental methods used in quantitative geographic research.
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How to use GIS
--- Quote ---685 Intermediate Geographic Information Systems
Designed to provide a background in GIS-ba sed spatial ana lysis approaches and develop an understanding of the operational basis of modern GIS technology.
Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: 607, or 607 in one of the following depts: C&R Plan, Civil En, Geod Sci, or Nat Res; or permission of instructor.
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Actually use GIS ;)
--- Quote ---687 Design and Implementation of Geographic Information U G 5
Introduction to the design of geographic information systems (GIS), institutional context of geographic information systems; design; role of data base design; and evaluation of GIS.
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What it takes to design GIS's
--- Quote ---CIS 201
CIS 214 (might could get this changed if I wanted to take 230 instead)
Would also have to take Math 150, 151, 152, Stats 245
lemme know what you guys think
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GIS is currently thought of as a "small but quickly growing" area. And poly sci is one spot that actively already uses GIS data. Re-districting for example. GIS is less intergrated in Criminology, but used often in it too. As for GIS jobs, well, I started my current job as a "GIS Specialist", but now I'm mostly doing on-line html manuals [yuck!]. GIS is a good second major, a minor, or even just to know a few courses, for many jobs. Of course, if you get hired by a college or University GIS department, GIS is a good major by it's self.;)
Others may have had different views, though.
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