This course teaches core ideas for the gathering and dissemination of information, while introducing students to the application of these ideas through specific skills which may include: photography, Geographic Information Science (GIS), and the use of databases/spreadsheets. Special attention will be given to increasing students’ visual literacy and communication abilities. (Formerly JRN 113.) Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 4 hrs. Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1