475 / 857
Grading Scale
: The grading scale is listed below.
Percentage Grade
90 - 100 A
80 - 89 B
70 - 79 C
60 - 69 D
< 60 F
Tentative Grade Allocation:
In class assignments ~ 200
In class quizzes ~100
Projects ~100
Tests ~ 200
Total of 600 possible points for the course.
Tentative Course Outline
:
An overview of Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
GPS hardware, GPS terminology
Data collection; sources, accuracy and error propagation
GPS segments and structure
Map projections, datums, coordinate systems, structures and scale
Review of current GPS issues and events
Integration of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) field measurements into
GIS databases
Legal issues concerning GPS data collection
Data transfer/exchange from GPS to the computer
GPS activities (Geocaching)
Student E-mail Policy:
Dakota College is increasingly dependent upon e-mail as an official form of communication. A
student’s campus assigned e-mail address will be the only one recognized by the campus for official
mailings. The liability for missing or not acting upon important information conveyed via campus e-
mail rests with the student.
Classroom Policies:
All students will respect the classroom environment which will allow for maximum interaction
between students and the professor. All cell phones, iPods, and related technology are discouraged in
the classroom at all times. Food and beverages are allowed in the classroom; make sure to clean up
after.
Academic Integrity:
All students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity. Dishonesty is the
classroom and with assignments, quizzes and exams is a serious offense and is subject to disciplinary
action by the instructor and college administration. For more information refer to the Student
Handbook.
Disabilities and Special Needs:
Please inform the professor if any assistance is required due to disabilities or special need.