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EART 189AGeographic Information Systems with Applications in Earth Sciences

5 creditsUndergraduateStudent Option

Introduces Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for geologic mapping and interpretation. Students gain experience with satellite, air photo, and digital elevation model (DEM) interpretation, and research the geology, tectonics, paleontology, and stratigraphy for field sites in eastern California. Prerequisite(s): EART 109, EART 109L, EART 110A, and EART 110. Enrollment is restricted to Earth sciences majors, and combined Earth sciences/environmental studies majors. Enrollment via an application.

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When it runs

Spring 2026Open Spring 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Laboratory
Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am
Earth&Marine D226N. J. FinneganOpen 20/25

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