Certificate in Geographic Information Systems
College of Business and Public Management
The Certificate in GIS is designed for students and professionals who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills in the application of geographic technologies. It is appropriate for professionals in a wide variety of fields, both public and private, who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in the nature and use of geographic information and global positioning systems. It is also appropriate for people who wish to enter fields that use these technologies.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| GEO 534 | Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| GEO 584 | Applications of Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| GEO 577 | Geodatabases | 3 |
| Elective Courses | 3 | |
| Select one of the following (or another course by advisement) | ||
| Water Quality and Health | ||
| Emergency Preparedness | ||
| Internet Applications of Geographic Information Systems | ||
| Environmental Modeling with Geographic Information Systems | ||
| Introduction to Business GIS | ||
| Geography Field Methods | ||
| Internship in Urban and Regional Planning | ||
Topical application elective 1 | ||
| Total Minimum Credits Required | 12 | |
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Chosen in consultation with the graduate coordinator to combine GIS application with the student's topical area of interest.
