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Geographic Information Science Professional Certificate


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Geographic Information Science (GIS) is a rapidly growing discipline, with applications in many fields. A strong demand exists for proficient users of geospatial technology. The graduate-level Professional Certificate Program in GIS is designed to facilitate those students working toward graduate degrees in a variety of disciplines, as well as those who use GIS in the workplace and would like to obtain systematic training in the field without having to complete a graduate degree. The Certificate Program consists of four courses with a total of 14-15 credit hours. Please contact the Department of Geosciences for more information.

Certificate Requirements


Satisfactory completion of:

Admission to the Program


B.A. or B.S. in a related field and completion of an Introduction to Geographic Information Systems course (or equivalent - approval by Director). A statement of intent and transcripts must be provided to the Graduate School as part of the application. Students lacking appropriate background will be required to take the prerequisite course: GEOS 6532  : Introduction to Geographic Information Systems.

Required Courses (11 Hours)


The student must take the following courses:

Elective Courses (3-4 Hours)


The student must take one of the following courses:

Examination


The student must demonstrate mastery of GIS knowledge and applications. The certificate will be issued to students who complete the above requirements, including graduate students enrolled in the non-degree program.

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