GIST 220Cartography and Visualization
Theory, practice, and principles of cartography. Technical introduction to graphic representation and visualization of geographic information. Lectures cover compilation and classification of geospatial datasets, the role of scale and projections in thematic maps, and theory and practice in cartographic symbolization, visualization, and communication.
Prerequisite(s): ENVS 215A and ENVS 215B and ENVS 215C. Enrollment is restricted to GIST graduate students.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Asynchronous | — | Staff | Closed 0/0 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue 5:00pm–8:00pm | ISB 455 | J. T. Bury | Open 8/20 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffrey Bury | 4.7 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 100% | 14 |
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