Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Certificate of Special Study

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The Geography Department offers a certificate of special study in Geographic Information Systems. This 12-unit program consists of four required courses. The certificate is designed for students seeking employment opportunities, those considering postbaccalaureate studies, and professionals who wish to further their careers in GIS.

Required Upper-Division Courses (12 units)

GEOG 141 - GIS I: Data Display and Manipulation Units: 3
GEOG 142 - GIS II: Data Creation and Project Implementation Units: 3
GEOG 143 - GIS III: Spatial Analysis and Modeling Units: 3
GEOG 152 - Remote Sensing I: Intro to Remote Sensing of Environment Units: 3

Total (12 units)

Advising Notes

Open to all students and professionals
A grade of C or better must be earned in each course to receive the certificate.