COURSE REQUIREMENTS - Spring 2008

Geog-3810 - CARTOGRAPHY & GRAPHICS

Dr. Cyrus Dawsey - 0316S Haley

dawsecb@auburn.edu

TEXT: John Campbell ‑ Map Use & Analysis

Geog-3810 is an introduction to practical cartography. The objectives of the course are:

1) develop the skills necessary to produce low-cost, publication-quality maps;

2) consider important concepts of map design and construction;

3) compare manual and computerized production options;

4) examine linkages between cartography and other geographical analysis tools including GIS and remotely sensed imagery.

Projects, Exercises, Tests and Grades:

Your final grade will be based on the following:

1) Major projects. Six major projects will be assigned during the semester. Instructions will be passed out and discussed in class, and you will have approximately two weeks to complete each one. If a project is turned in late, its grade will be affected. You may need to purchase some basic drafting supplies if these are not already available. The sum of your grades on all projects will comprise 45% of your final grade.

2) Two major tests will be administered. Each will cover material presented in class and text book assigned readings from the previous weeks. Each test will comprise 15% of your final grade.

3) Final exam. An exam over the materials of the course will be given at the end of the semester at the scheduled time. This will comprise 15% of your final grade.

4) Class participation. This is reflected attendance, completion of short in-class and take-home exercises, alertness and attentiveness during lectures, etc. This element will comprise 10% of your final grade.

Schedule

Tuesday, February 5: Project 1 is due

Tuesday, February 19: Project 2 is due.

Thursday February 21: Test 1. Reading assignment: Chapters 1 - 7.

Tuesday March 11: Project 3 is due.

March 17 - 22: Spring Break

Tuesday April 1: Project 4 is due.

Thursday April 3: Test 2. Reading assignment: Chapters 8 - 14.

Tuesday April 15: Project 5 is due.

Tuesday April 29: Project 6 is due.

As scheduled: Final Exam. Reading assignment: Chapters 15 - 21.

List of Topics in the general order of coverage:

The History of maps and map interpretation; Layout and project organization; Symbolization and lettering; Grid systems and projections; The location map; Thematic mapping (qualitative and quantitative); Computers applications; Remote sensing; GIS and spatial analysis.

Class Attendance:

Class attendance will be recorded daily, and because it reflects participation, it will have a direct impact on your grade. Furthermore, much of the material for which you will be responsible will be presented in the lectures and not be covered in the textbook.

Office Hours:

I will be available most mornings after 7:30 a.m. except during my class meeting time/s. If I'm not in the office, check with the departmental secretary who may have information about my schedule. I will be glad to meet with you by appointment at any time.

Students with Disabilities Act:

If you require special accommodations under the Students With Disabilities Act, you should register with the Office of Programs for Students With Disabilities (1244 Haley Center) and communicate your needs to me.