GEO223 GPS Theory and Design
Provides a conceptual overview and hands-on experience with Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) or Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Includes GPS theory, techniques, and field data collection using various GPS technologies. Covers geodesy, differential correction, precision and accuracy, survey controls, triangulation, vertical positions, data conversions, and creating maps from GPS data. Prerequisite/Concurrent: GEO 265. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)
Credits: 4
CRN | Class type | Location | Days & time | Dates | Seats available | Faculty | More info |
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41383 | In-person lecture | Sylvania SS 120 | Tuesday from 1 to 3:50pm | From September 23 through December 9, 2025 | Christina M Friedle | Books for CRN 41383 $0 Class details for CRN 41383 Fees: $24 | |
and In-person lab | Sylvania SS 120 | Thursday from 1 to 3:50pm | From September 25 through December 11, 2025 |
Class schedule definitions
- Cost:
- cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
- Books:
- $0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
- Register:
- use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
- Class types:
- see more about class types
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- In-Person: Instructional time will happen in-person. Class meetings take place at specific times and locations.
- Online (no scheduled meetings): Instruction will take place through regular online activities and assignments with scheduled due dates. Classes do not have meeting times.
- Online (scheduled meetings): Instructional time will happen online. Class meetings will take place at scheduled days/times online.
- In-person & Online (scheduled meetings): Class meetings take place at a specific time & day, with some meetings in-person and some online, usually in Zoom.
- In-person & Online (no scheduled meetings): Class meetings are in-person and have additional online activities.
- Online (scheduled meetings) & Online (no scheduled meetings): classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.