Applied Geography - Montgomery College - Rockville MD

Applied Geography from Montgomery College - Rockville MD is a Campus Associate Geography degree that prepares you for a Science career. This curriculum is designed primarily for the student who desires to pursue a profession in geography, cartography, geographic education, or geographic information systems (GIS). The curriculum provides the student with an opportunity to test his or her interests prior to making a commitment for advanced study. Completion of all requirements will lead to the A.A.S. Course work in this curriculum (involving fieldwork, use of computer technology, and mapping exercises) will explore four related disciplines. Geography, the first discipline, is the study of places; it enables the graduate to function as a paraprofessional in a broad range of studies. The geography graduate assists in performing research and compiling data in activities connected with agriculture, climatology, marketing, transportation, planning, and domestic and foreign area studies. Cartography, the second discipline, is the art and science of map construction; its skills enable the graduate to use, compile, and construct maps and related cartographic products. Geographic education, the third discipline, provides prospective teachers and currently employed teachers seeking to meet certification requirements in Montgomery County and Maryland with exposure to geographic concepts and methodology. GIS, the fourth discipline, combines the use of computer technology with the field of geography to solve locational problems. Program Outcomes for the Applied Geography A.A.S. degree Upon completion of this program a student will be able to: Use geography as a spatial concept, what it entails, and how it is a part of daily life. Identify where places are, including continents, countries, states, regions, cities, districts, islands, water bodies, physical features, and other defined locations. Interpret maps and atlases effectively and successfully use a variety of coordinate systems. Use maps and atlases as tools. Demonstrate an understanding of geographic phenomena. Articulate, problem-solve, theorize, discuss through original research as well as formal and informal writing assignments. Demonstrate an understanding of cultural geography including ethnicity, language, religion, politics, toponyms, agriculture, disease, economics, arts, and music. View more details on Montgomery College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Geography courses.