The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) career studies certificate program is designed to provide students with skills to visualize, analyze, and model systems to help in the planning and decision-making processes of a business organization, making geographical information accessible to scientists, planners, decision makers, and the public. Graduates can be employed as GIS specialists within private, public, or governmental agencies.

This advanced career studies certificate program requires a strong background in microcomputer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, operating systems, Internet maneuverability, and e-mail. Students can obtain proficiency in these areas by completing the coursework in ITE 115. When selecting GIS Approved Electives from a specific concentration, students should ensure that all prerequisite coursework has been completed.

1   Select GIS Approved Electives from one of the following areas (Business, Civil Engineering,

      Environmental Sciences, GIS Generalist, or Information Technology):

      Business:

            GIS 220 AND two of the following:

             BUS 100, BUS 130, BUS 131, BUS 165, BUS 200

      Civil Engineering:

            CIV 115, CIV 116, CIV 171, CIV 256, CIV 258, CIV 259

      Environmental Sciences:

            GIS 230, GOL 105, GOL 225

      GIS Generalist:

            GIS 220, GIS 290, GIS 297, GOL 105, ITE 150

      Information Technology:

            ITD 132, ITE 150, ITP 112, ITP 170, ITP 165, ITP 212

 

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