Geographic Information Systems, Certificate
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate is intended to provide formal GIS training to students interested in this field. The five technical classes cover a broad range of GIS topics including terminology, data management, map design, geodatabases, spatial queries, spatial analysis, project development and design and problem solving. The program emphasizes a real world approach to the GIS sciences with the purpose of attaining employment and careers in the field of GIS. A sixth topical course provides a context for application of these GIS skills. This certificate requires 18 credits.