Certificate in Geographic Information Systems
The Department of Geography offers a Certificate in Geographic Information Systems designed for professionals wishing to increase their job skills, geography majors wishing to have their skills recognized through a certification program, and students from other disciplines interested in broadening their knowledge of the use of Geographic Information Systems. Courses focus on the application of GIS technology to a variety of fields including biology, forestry, geology, city and regional planning, transportation planning, marketing and software development within the GIS industry. Admission requires current enrollment at UNA, a 4 year university degree, or 5 years’ experience in a related field and consultation with the Department Chair. The program is offered in conjunction with the Office of Continuing Education.
Requirements for a Certificate in Geographic Information Systems
Code | Title | Hours |
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GE 184 | Digital Earth | 3 |
GE 325 | Cartography and Visualization | 3 |
GE 384 | Geographic Information Systems | 4 |
GE 484 | Advanced GIS | 3 |
Choose one of the following: | ||
GE 354 | Remote Sensing | 4 |
GE 474 | Web GIS | 3 |
GE 485 | GIS Applications | 3 |
GE 487 | Geography Capstone Project | 3 |
Total Hours | 16-17 |