Certificate in Geographic Information Science {17-18}

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Certificate in Geographic Information Science

Description
Certificate provides a focused area of study and basic competency in the theory, technology, and application of Geographic Information Science.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Use computer software to manage, manipulate, analyze, and display spatial data.
• Operate GPS devices to record field data and import into a computer environment.
• Make professional maps in digital and hardcopy formats.
• Access spatial data online and convert hardcopy data to digital format.
• Address practical problems with critical spatial thinking abilities and provide GIS-based solutions.

Program Delivery Mode
Land plus: face-to-face where some online courses may be available or required

Core Requirements ( 12 credits )

GEOS 205 Thinking Spatially (3)
GEOS 207 GPS Field Techniques (3)
GEOS 210 Cartography (3)
GEOS 307 Introduction to GIS (3)