Fall 2019 Course Syllabi

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 Test ~ 100 Total of ~500 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.