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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Foundations of Geographic Information Systems and enter the workforce. Students explore GIS principles, global positioning systems, map communication, and databases. This certificate program also introduces students to geographic information systems and cartography. Students work with advanced analytical tools and develop skills in spatial problem solving. This program prepares the student for entry-level careers in a variety of GIS-related business settings.
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First Semester
| GIS 1040 | Vector Based GIS | 3 |
| GIS 1010 | Intro to Cartography for GIS | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
Second Semester
| GIS 1031 | Global Positioning Sys for GIS | 3 |
| GIS 1050 | Relational Database Mgmt for GIS | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |