Introduction

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The intention of this certificate is to provide undergraduates with a mechanism for demonstrating capabilities in spatial techniques in the social and/or physical sciences. The focus of this certificate is on a broad array of geotechniques, including geographic information systems, remote sensing, cartography and statistics, which give students additional analytical skills to take into the workplace or on to graduate school. This certificate is designed for geography majors as well as nonmajors.

Upon successful completion of the certificate, students will be able to:

• understand basic theoretical underpinnings of spatial analysis
• apply geo-spatial technologies to real-world applications
• have a basic knowledge of how to operate at least three types of software used for spatial analysis

These degree requirements are subject to periodic revision by the academic department, and the College reserves the right to make exceptions and substitutions as judged necessary in individual cases. Therefore, the College strongly urges students to consult regularly with their major advisor and CLAS advisor to confirm the best plans of study before finalizing them.

Program Delivery

• This is an on-campus program.

Declaring This Certificate

• Of the four core requirements, only the statistics class has prerequisites, including algebra and introductory calculus. Because of the technical nature of the GIS and remote sensing course work, however, some mathematical experience is desirable prior to beginning the program.
• Students may begin the program in any semester or during the summer by making arrangements with the GISci certificate coordinator, and completing and signing the Application for GISci Certificate.

General Requirements

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