Geographic Information Science (GIS) Certificate

This certificate program focuses on the theory and techniques of geographic information science (GISci).  Geographic Information Science (GISci) is a suite of techniques for collecting, analyzing, and communicating information through geographic information systems (GIS), satellite and aerial imaging (Remote Sensing), global positioning systems (GPS), and related technologies. GISci is applied to problems in fields ranging from environmental science to urban planning to business decision-making. This certificate program builds qualifications for employment and/or further study in GISci.

Students interested in this certificate should contact Ms. Robbyn Abbitt (Department of Geography; 109 Shideler Hall; 513-529-5016; abbittrj@miamioh.edu)

Program Requirements

(18 semester hours)

GEO 441Geographic Information Systems3
GEO 442Advanced Geographic Information Systems3
GEO 443Python Programming for Geospatial Applications3
GEO 448Techniques and Applications of Remote Sensing3
Select two of the following:6
GEO 242
Mapping a Changing World
GEO 340
Internship 1
GEO 444
GIScience Techniques in Landscape Ecology
GEO 445
Geographic Information Systems for Criminal Justice
CIT 214
Database Design and Development
or ISA 245
 Database Systems and Data Warehousing
CSE 148
Business Computing (Add "GIS Requirement" to ROR request)
or CSE 243
 Problem Analysis Using Computer Tools
CSE 174
Fundamentals of Problem Solving and Programming
CSE 252
Web Application Programming
ENT 135
Computer-Aided Drafting
IMS 259
Art and Digital Tools I
GEO 460
Advanced Systematic Geography Topic must be approved by advisor
Total Credit Hours18
1

 With the expectation that the internship involves GIS.