Fall 2011 Class Schedule (ARC)
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 20-Oct 14
Schedule: Eight Week 2nd - Alt. Dates, Oct 21-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 20-Oct 14
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 20-Oct 14
Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Oct 15-Dec 09
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 20-Oct 14
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Schedule: Other Term, Sep 13-Sep 27
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 20-Dec 15
Updated: December 5, 2011
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MATH 32 or 39; and ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; or ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area IV; CSU Area B1; IGETC Area 5A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course explores the processes and interrelationships which shape Earth's natural landscapes. Key topics include solar energy balance, weather and climate, water resources, landforms, natural hazards, soil, and vegetation. Relevant application of these concepts is used to explain the evolving relationship between humans and Earth's natural systems. Field trips may be required to relate course content to the real world.
W 06:00PM-07:50PM LEC K.Olson Off Campus McClellan 026 12802 Textbook
Sa 08:00AM-12:15PM LEC K.Olson Off Campus McClellan 12802 Textbook
This course is part of ACE (Accelerated College Education) program for working adults. This course meets on Wednesday evenings AND on Saturdays. For further information, visit the ACE website at www.arc.losrios.edu/ace or call (916) 563-3281.
TTh 09:00AM-12:10PM LEC J.Aubert Off Campus McClellan 220 28507 Textbook
MW 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC C.Thomsen ARC MAIN Science 426 12438 Textbook
TTh 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC C.Thomsen ARC MAIN Science 426 11066 Textbook
MW 12:00PM-01:20PM LEC J.Aubert ARC MAIN Science 426 13312 Textbook
TTh 12:00PM-01:20PM LEC M.Petraru ARC MAIN Science 426 11068 Textbook
MW 06:00PM-07:20PM LEC S.Smith ARC MAIN Science 426 11070 Textbook
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC J.Aubert ARC MAIN Science 426 11064 Textbook
Learning Communities - "Writing Geography" - 6 units - Registration Number: INDIS 1000, 29368
See INDIS 1000 for more complete information. This class (GEOG 300) is taught in combination with ENGWR 300 (MW 12:00PM - 1:20PM). This learning community is designed for students who desire an integrated approach to college reading, writing and geography. Reading and lecture material in GEOG 300 and ENGWR 300 will be used to generate ideas for discussion and writing in ENGWR300. See course descriptions for ENGWR 300 and GEOG 300. Sign up using the one class number listed for the Learning Community (INDIS 1000, 29368); you will receive credit and a grade for each individual course listed in the Learning Community.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: GEOG 300
General Education: CSU Area B1; CSU Area B3; IGETC Area 5A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is a laboratory study of basic principles and concepts involved in understanding Earth's environmental systems. Labs feature observation, collection, analysis and display of data related to the study of energy, weather and climate, vegetation, soils, landforms, and environmental hazards. Additionally, units feature geographic methods and technology, including interpretation of maps and other geographic imagery, weather instrumentation, the global positioning system (GPS), and relevant computer and Internet applications. Field trips may be required.
W 08:00PM-09:50PM LAB K.Olson Off Campus McClellan 026 13352 Textbook
Sa 12:30PM-04:45PM LAB K.Olson Off Campus McClellan 13352 Textbook
This course is part of ACE (Accelerated College Education) program for working adults. This course meets on Wednesday evenings AND on Saturdays. For further information, visit the ACE website at www.arc.losrios.edu/ace or call (916) 563-3281.
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LAB C.Thomsen ARC MAIN Science 425 12440 Textbook
MW 01:30PM-02:50PM LAB J.Aubert ARC MAIN Science 426 13918 Textbook
TTh 01:30PM-02:50PM LAB M.Petraru ARC MAIN Science 426 13920 Textbook
Same As: GEOL 325
Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area IV; CSU Area B1; IGETC Area 5A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU, 
Green Course
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course covers the environmental effects and applications of Earth-related processes. It focuses on earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, and flooding. Topics also include the availability and exploitation of natural resources, waste disposal, and global climate change. Humans as a force in environmental change are emphasized. The course addresses geology, engineering, environmental studies, natural resources, geography, and science education. One field trip is required. Not open to students who have completed GEOL 325.
TTh 12:00PM-01:20PM LEC G.Jaecks ARC MAIN Science 424 14194 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MATH 32 or 39; and ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; or ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D5; IGETC Area 4E
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course investigates the diverse patterns of human settlement, development, and movement on earth, which evolved as a result of cultural and environmental factors. Emphasis is placed on understanding global population and migration patterns, language, religion, ethnicity, political and economic systems, development issues, agriculture, and urbanization.
MW 06:00PM-09:10PM LEC G.White Off Campus Natomas/Ik A208 29950 Textbook
TTh 06:00PM-09:10PM LEC G.White ARC MAIN Science 426 12658 Textbook
TTh 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC C.Thomsen ARC MAIN Science 426 11110 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MATH 32 or 39; and ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; or ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D5; IGETC Area 4E
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a global survey of the world's cultural regions. Basic geographic concepts and ideas are used to study and compare people, resources, landscapes, livelihood, economics, and origins across Earth's major geographic regions. The interaction of countries and regions, their global roles, and the conflicting pressures of cultural diversity versus globalization are presented. The widening gap between more developed and less developed countries is integrated throughout the course. Cultural and ethnic diversity, as it pertains to the expanding population of the United States, is evaluated throughout the course.
MW 04:00PM-05:20PM LEC S.Smith ARC MAIN Science 426 13442 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b)
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course provides an introduction to the concepts, methods, and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Emphasis is on the techniques used to capture, store, query, analyze, and display spatial data. Specific topics include applications of GIS, geographic information and scale, coordinate systems, geospatial data models, data classification and symbolization, query and selection, cartographic design, data acquisition, data quality, geoprocessing, relational databases, metadata, spatial analysis, and GIS software.
W 02:15PM-05:20PM LEC H.Howard ARC MAIN Science 422 11132 Textbook
Th 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC H.Howard Off Campus McClellan 208 11136 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300 and GEOG 330
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 50 hours LEC ; 12 hours LAB
Description: This course provides the conceptual and practical foundations for using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software. It emphasizes basic GIS software functionality including map display, attribute and spatial query, address geocoding, spatial database management, spatial analysis, cartographic presentation, and spatial data management. This course may be taken four times using a different software package or version.
T 01:00PM-03:40PM LEC C.Thomsen ARC MAIN Science 422 14126 Textbook
T 03:50PM-04:25PM LAB C.Thomsen ARC MAIN Science 422
T 06:00PM-08:40PM LEC T.Lupo Off Campus McClellan 219 12384 Textbook
T 08:50PM-09:25PM LAB T.Lupo Off Campus McClellan
Prerequisite: GEOG 330 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course provides an introduction to map design and production in the context of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Emphasis is on the concepts and methods associated with designing and producing thematic maps. Specific topics include data standardization and classification, symbolization, map projections, map elements, typography, cartographic design, thematic mapping techniques (choropleth, proportional symbol, dot, isarithmic, and multivariate), color in cartography, history of cartography, and map reproduction. Map critique sessions are also held.
T 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC H.Howard Off Campus McClellan 208 11412 Textbook
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 48 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces the principles and concepts of remote sensing and digital image processing as it relates to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Fundamentals of remote sensing, aerial photography, satellite imagery, photogrammetry, Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR) and Laser Incidence Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) are taught. A variety of digital image processing techniques are presented to analyze various remote sensing platforms.
M 06:00PM-08:35PM LEC N.Jennings Off Campus McClellan 208 14180 Textbook
M 08:35PM-09:40PM LAB R.Earle Off Campus McClellan
Prerequisite: GEOG 330 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course provides a survey of the various concepts, approaches, and tools involved in the analysis and modeling of spatial data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Emphasis is on the investigation of spatial distributions and relationships, and the methods used to answer spatial questions and solve spatial problems. Specific topics include statistical and spatial analysis, geoprocessing, spatial modeling, and map algebra. Additional topics include distance and density surfaces, cluster analysis, surface interpolation and resampling, hydrologic analysis, 3D display/animation, and regression analysis.
M 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC H.Howard Off Campus McClellan 219 11474 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: GEOG 330
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to the techniques, theory, and practical experience necessary to acquire, convert, and create digital spatial data. Topics include acquisition of existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, metadata, formatting and conversion of GIS data, creating data utilizing digital cameras and scanners, the utilization of remotely sensed data, and use of the Global Positioning System (GPS).
W 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC P.Veisze Off Campus McClellan 219 11476 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: GEOG 300 and 301
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 27 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces the Global Positioning System (GPS). Topics include the basic concepts of GPS and hands-on operation of the technology, computer interfaces, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, and its use in real-world applications.
Th 06:00PM-09:10PM LEC R.Earle Off Campus McClellan 219 14390 Textbook
Prerequisite: GEOG 330 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course examines principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database management and design including conversion fundamentals, modeling techniques, and strategic planning. The needs, alternatives, and pitfalls of spatial database development and conversion are discussed. In addition, this course examines various types of spatial data applicable to GIS, and relevant issues including hardware and software requirements. Particular attention is paid to determining an appropriate methodology, conversion plan, and data quality assurance procedure. This course includes hands-on practical exercises in spatial database management skills.
W 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC R.Earle Off Campus McClellan 208 11472 Textbook
Prerequisite: GEOG 334 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 50 hours LEC ; 12 hours LAB
Description: This course provides an overview of a full-featured, powerful Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software application (such as ArcGIS 9.x). GIS software is used to apply geoprocessing concepts to solve spatial problems. Emphasis is placed on the creation, modification, and analysis of spatial data; the creation of efficient maps; manipulation and interpretation of attribute data; and network analysis. This course may be taken four times on a different software package or version.
W 06:00PM-08:40PM LEC H.Howard ARC MAIN Science 422 16294 Textbook
W 08:50PM-09:25PM LAB H.Howard ARC MAIN Science 422
Prerequisite: GEOG 330 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory: CISW 300
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 50 hours LEC ; 12 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces the development of Web-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions. Web-authoring tools and Internet map servers (such as ArcIMS and ArcServer) are used to teach the techniques of Internet mapping and interactive user interface design for GIS applications. Focus is on the theories and principles behind Internet mapping to perform map display and spatial analysis, on GIS application development, and on Web design for Internet mapping systems. This course may be taken four times on a different software package or version.
Th 06:00PM-08:40PM LEC N.Jennings ARC MAIN Science 422 11402 Textbook
Th 08:50PM-09:25PM LAB N.Jennings ARC MAIN Science 422
Same As: GEOL 390
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 24 hours LEC ; 144 hours LAB
Description: This course involves field study of selected locations of geographic interest. Course content varies according to field trip destination but may include topics in physical geography (e.g., plant and animal communities, climate and weather, geology and geomorphology, natural hazards, environmental impacts, etc.), human geography (e.g., cultural landscapes, economic activities, transportation issues, land use patterns, etc.), and/or introduction to tools and techniques used for geographic field research (e.g., map and compass, the Global Positioning System (GPS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), etc.). Field excursions are required and field trip expense fees may be required. This course may be taken 4 times using different field trip destinations.
Lassen Volcanic National Park
T 06:00PM-08:50PM LEC C.Thomsen TBA TBA 14968 Textbook
Lassen Volcanic National Park
T 06:00PM-08:50PM LEC C.Thomsen TBA TBA 14968 Textbook
Lassen Volcanic National Park
TBA TBA LAB C.Thomsen TBA TBA
Units: 1
Hours: 6 hours LEC; 48 hours LAB
Description: Lassen-Land of Fire and Ice. Volcanoes! Glaciers! Trees! This course offers a field trip to the most recently active volcanic area in the state - Lassen Volcanic National Park. We will examine glacial and volcanic features, as well as plant communities. Participants must provide their own camping equipment and meals; specific arrangements will be discussed at the first meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011. Transportation will be in ARC vehicles (no personal vehicles are allowed). Participants should prepare for highly variable weather (heat, cold, wind, rain) and should expect to do some hiking in high elevation, thin air conditions. Call or e-mail Prof. Charlie Thomsen if you have questions or difficulties adding the class (916 484-8184 or at thomsec@arc.losrios.edu
Lectures: Tuesday, Sept. 13 and 27, 2011, 6-9PM, Rm 425
Field Trip: 8:00AM, Thursday, September 22 through 9:00PM, Sunday, September 25, 2011
Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Enrollment Limitation: Be in a paid or non-paid internship, volunteer opportunity, or job related to geography or Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students are advised to consult with the Geography Department faculty to review specific certificate and degree work experience requirements.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 300 hours LAB
Description: This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the field of geography or Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in transfer level degree occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce; completion of required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Rigor is ensured through the development of appropriate level learning objectives set between the student and the employer. During the course of the semester, the student is required to fulfill a weekly orientation and 75 hours of related paid work experience, or 60 hours of unpaid work experience for one unit. An additional 75 or 60 hours of related work experience is required for each additional unit. The weekly orientation is required for first time participants; returning participants are not required to attend the orientation but are required to meet with the instructor as needed to complete all program forms and assignments. GEOG 498 may be taken for a total of 16 units when there are new or expanded learning objectives. Students can earn a total of 16 Work Experience units.
TBA TBA LAB H.Howard ARC MAIN Online 11526 Textbook
NOTE: Students will be contacted by the instructor via e-mail one week before the semester begins.