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| Earth Sciences |
Announcement of Curriculum
Certificate Curriculum
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Learning Outcomes
Students will develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts and practice of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and will be able to apply this knowledge and hands-on skills to various fields including, but not limited to, planning, engineering, geography, criminology, real estate, biotech, public utilities, transportation, forestry, ecology, resource management, emergency response, business/marketing.
Requirements for the Certificate of Completion. Students may obtain the Certificate of Completion in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) by completing the following courses with a grade of C or higher in each course. A minimum of two of the courses must be taken at City College of San Francisco.
Courses Required for the Certificate of Completion in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Course Units GEOG/GIS 110 Introduction to GIS .................................. 2 GEOG/GIS 111 Intermediate GIS Applications ........................ 3 GEOG/GIS 112 Advanced GIS ......................................... 3 Total Units .................................................... 8
The Earth Sciences Department offers day and evening courses that advance students toward degrees in both the natural and social sciences. Credit earned is transferable, and most courses satisfy specific graduation requirements at four-year universities. For more information, visit our website: www.ccsf.edu/Earth.
GEOG 1L. Physical Geography Laboratory (1)
Lab-3, field trips
Prereq.: Completion/concurrent enrollment in GEOG 1
The study of weather and climate, tectonic processes, and landforms.
Emphasis on the interpretation of weather maps, climatic data, aerial photographs,
and topographic maps. CSU/UC
GEOG 4. Cultural Geography (3)
Lec-3, field trips
An introduction to patterns in the contemporary human landscape. Topics
include dynamics of population growth, migration, systems of agriculture,
the legacy of colonialism, uneven economic development, the historical
development and spread of religion and language. CSU/UC/CAN
GEOG 4
GEOG 7. Economic Geography (3)
Lec-3, field trips
An introduction to economic geography. Topics include patterns and
processes of urbanization, industrialization, and the interlinked global
economy. Contemporary issues such as international business and changing
patterns of manufacturing in the United States. CSU/UC
GEOG 49. National Parks--Their Geology and
Geography (3)
Lec-3, field trips .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. CR/NC avail.
A survey of the national parks and monuments with emphasis on the western
United States. An introduction to their discovery and development; appreciation
of their particular beauties, natural phenomena, and historic significance.
CSU
GEOG 91-92-93. Geography Work Experience
(1-2-3)
Work-5, 10, 15 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. CR/NC avail.
Repeat: max. 6 units
Off-campus work may include employment or volunteer service in a geography-related
setting (e.g., laboratory, museum, park) under the supervision of a qualified
professional or faculty member. On-campus work consists of instruction
and experience in the preparation, care, and maintenance of equipment,
materials, training aids, and specimens used in the Earth Sciences Department.
CSU
GEOG 110. Introduction to GIS (2)
Lec-1.5, lab-1.5
A primer course for GIS technology. History, structure, uses, and current
trends of GIS, related fundamental concepts, basic query and cartography
operations using an industry-standard GIS software such as ESRI’s ArcView
version 9 or ArcExplorer. CSU/UC
GEOG 110 = GIS
110
GEOG 111. Intermediate GIS Applications (3)
Lec-2.5, lab-1.5
Foundational use of GIS software. GIS database design, data collection,
sophisticated analysis. Production of professional maps. Interface customization.
Hands-on training using industry-standard GIS software (ESRI’s ArcView
version 9). Introduces Global Positioning Systems (GPS) as they relate
to GIS. CSU
GEOG 111 = GIS
111
GEOG 112. Advanced GIS (3)
Lec-2.5, lab-1.5
Prereq.: GIS/GEOG
111
Hands-on training in advanced application of GIS technology. Network
modeling, suitability analysis, web GIS, mobile GIS, software customization
using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) on ESRI’s Arc ViewTM version
9 platform. CSU
GEOG 112 = GIS
112
GEOL 10L. Introduction to Geology Laboratory
(1) sp
Lab-3, field trips
Prereq.: Completion/concurrent enrollment in GEOL
10
Advise.: MATH
840 or ET
108B
Introduction to the materials of the Earth, with emphasis on the recognition
of common minerals and rocks, especially those common to California; study
and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. CSU/UC (CAN
GEOL 2 = GEOL 10+10L)
GEOL 11. Historical Geology (3)
Lec-3, field trips
Origin of the Earth and its development through geologic time. The
formation and destruction of mountain ranges and ocean basins. The evolution
of plants and animals as seen through the fossil record. Emphasis on the
geologic history of North America. CSU/UC/CAN
GEOL 8
GEOL 18. Geology of California (3)
Lec-3, field trips .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. CR/NC avail.
An introduction to California from a geologic viewpoint. The rocks
and minerals, the geologic features, and the economic geology of California.
The geologic history and importance of each natural province of California.
CSU/UC
GEOL 20. Exploring the West (1)
Field trip-3 days and orientation .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
CR/NC avail.
Prereq.: GEOL 5, 10, 11,
18
or 21
Repeat: max. 4 units
Field excursion to a selected locality of geologic interest in the
West, mainly California. Emphasis on the geologic history of the area as
reflected by present geologic features. Localities include: Yosemite National
Park; Lassen National Park; Mono Basin; Lake Tahoe and vicinity; northern
and southern Mother Lode regions; Central Coast Ranges and San Andreas
Fault; Coast Range north and south of San Francisco Bay; and special areas.
CSU
GEOL 21. Geology of the Bay Area (3)
Lec-3, field trips .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. CR/NC avail.
Introduction to the geology of the Bay Area. Field trips emphasizing
the physical, historical, engineering, and economic geology of the region.
CSU
GEOL
25A-25B. Geology of Gems (3-3)
Lec-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. CR/NC avail.
A many-faceted approach to the study of gemstones. All of the major
and many minor gem materials examined from the viewpoints of discovery,
geology, mineralogy, and use. CSU
GEOL 41-42-43. Current Topics in Earth
Sciences (1-2-3)
Lec-1, 2, 3, and/or lab-6, field trips .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
.. CR/NC avail.
One and two-unit courses are less than a semester in duration.
Exploration of topics of current interest in earth sciences. CSU (UC
upon review)
GEOL 91-92-93. Geology Work Experience
(1-2-3)
Work-5, 10, 15 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. CR/NC avail.
Repeat: max. 6 units
Off-campus work may include employment or volunteer service in a geology-related
setting (e.g., laboratory, museum, park) under the supervision of a qualified
professional or faculty member. On-campus work consists of instruction
and experience in the preparation, care, and maintenance of equipment,
materials, training aids, and specimens used in the Earth Sciences Department.
CSU
OCAN 1L. Oceanography Laboratory (1)
Lab-3, field trips
Prereq.: Completion/concurrent enrollment in OCAN
1
Advise.: MATH
840 or ET
108B
Not open to students who have completed OCAN 10.
Exploration of the ocean environment. Nautical and bathymetric charts;
ocean floor features, sediments, and rocks; physical and chemical properties
of seawater; beach deposition and erosion; interactions of currents, waves,
and tides; marine life, ecology, and communities. CSU/UC