Understanding Geographic Data - GIS 210 at Mountain Empire Community College


         
 
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GIS 210 - Understanding Geographic Data
Provides the student an introduction to geographic data and the principles behind their construction. Introduces the concepts for measuring locations and characteristics of entities in the real world. Exposes the student to the limitations and common characteristics of geographic data.
Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4-5 hours per week.
3-4 credits

Schedule at Mountain Empire Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
20736 GIS 210-WA1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-20 MECC Virtual Distance Learning ER
This distance education course may require the student's identity to be verified for certain assignments. MECC does not charge any additional fees for the purpose of verifying student identity. If external identity verification services are required or if the student chooses to use such services, the student is responsible for any and all costs incurred.
Class schedule and/or mode of delivery is subject to change due to COVID-19 Emergency Guidelines. Instructors will notify students if changes are necessary.
On campus lab will be open for students.

Summer 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
33308 GIS 210-W1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-29 MECC Virtual Distance Learning ER
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