Urbanization and its discontents -- Introduction to GIS -- Managing urbanization with vector GIS -- Visual images and data graphics -- Urbanization in harmony with the earth -- Introduction to raster GIS -- Using raster GIS to resolve conflicts between the natural and built environments -- Visualizing relationships with multivariate data graphics -- Spatial equity and regional integration -- Symbolizing map features and creating map layouts -- Using multiple media, and the theory and practice of graphic communication -- Bringing it all together in the Portland, Oregon region.