GEO170 Maps and Geospatial Concepts
Introduces fundamental principles of geography needed to understand the use and interpretation of maps, geospatial technologies, and Geographic Information Systems(GIS). Investigates the role of maps in society and culture, and examines spatial concepts of scale, reference systems, coordinate systems, map projections, data visualization, global positioning systems, land surveying, remote sensing, and digital landscapes. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)
Credits: 4
| CRN | Class type | Location | Days & time | Dates | Seats available | Faculty | More info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21058 | In-person lecture | Cascade CH 211 | Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 3:50pm | From March 31 through June 11, 2026 | Lorena Alves Carvalho Nascimento | Books for CRN 21058
Class details for CRN 21058 Fees: $12 | |
| and Online (no scheduled meetings) lab | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | ||||
| 25671 | Online (no scheduled meetings) lab | Not applicable | Available 24/7 | From March 30 through June 13, 2026 | Lauren A Hull | Books for CRN 25671
Class details for CRN 25671 Fees: $12 | |
| and Online (scheduled meetings) lecture | Not applicable | Tuesday from 6 to 8:50pm | From March 31 through June 9, 2026 |
Class schedule definitions
- Cost:
- cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
- Books:
- $0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
- Register:
- use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
- Class types:
- see more about class types
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- In-Person: Instructional time will happen in-person. Class meetings take place at specific times and locations.
- Online (no scheduled meetings): Instruction will take place through regular online activities and assignments with scheduled due dates. Classes do not have meeting times.
- Online (scheduled meetings): Instructional time will happen online. Class meetings will take place at scheduled days/times online.
- In-person & Online (scheduled meetings): Class meetings take place at a specific time & day, with some meetings in-person and some online, usually in Zoom.
- In-person & Online (no scheduled meetings): Class meetings are in-person and have additional online activities.
- Online (scheduled meetings) & Online (no scheduled meetings): classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.