Geographic Information Systems Certificate
This certificate provides career opportunities in the expanding field of geographic information systems. Students receive both the necessary theoretical background and practical experience.
Requirements
Assessment testing is required for all students. Students who place into CCR 093 or above and MAT 050 or above may begin this program of study. Students scoring below this level should consult with a faculty member before registering for courses in this program of study.
A Natural Resources Geographic Information Systems Certificate is also available at the Larimer Campus through Forestry, Wildlife and Natural Resources.
Required Courses
| GIS 101 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| GIS 110 | Introduction to Cartography | 3 |
| GIS 210 | Intermediate Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
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| GIS 212 | Remote Sensing and Digital Image Processing | 4 |
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| GIS 221 | Community Assessment and Analysis | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
One of the following courses
| BUS 217 | Business Communication and Report Writing | 3 |
| ENG 131 | Technical Writing I | 3 |
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
Required Electives
Select 6 credits from the following:
| GIS 131 | Global Positioning Systems for Global Information Systems | 3 |
| GIS 150 | Relational Database Management Systems for GIS | 3 |
| GIS 165 | Project Management | 3 |
| GIS 205 | Applications | 3 |
| GIS 211 | Spatial Data Modeling and Analysis | 4 |
| GIS 221 | Community Assessment and Analysis | 3 |
| GIS 275 | Special Topics | |
| GIS 280 | Internship | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 21