Geospatial Information Science (Graduate) Certificate

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion certificate recipients will be able to:

• Demonstrate a mastery of concepts in geospatial science
• Demonstrate proficiency in multiple geospatial science technologies
• Apply scientific methodology to a geospatial-based question and/or issue
• Skillfully communicate geospatial topics through written reports, oral presentations and/or multimedia displays

Certificate Requirements (10 units)

Core Courses (6 units)

Students are required to complete GIS1, GIS2, and GIS3 for the Certification in Geospatial Information Science (cGIS).  Students may have a waiver if they have taken an equivalent course within the last 3 years using the same technologies.

• ENVM 673 - Accelerated Intro to GIS
• ENVM 674 - Accelerated Intermediate GIS
• ENVM 675 - Advanced GIS

Electives (4 units)

The certificate in GIS requires a total of 10 units. Students with waivers may take additional electives to meet the unit requirement.

Students complete at least 4 units of the following coursework:

• ENVM 670 - Intro to Geospatial Technology
• ENVM 676 - Intro to LiDAR Technology
• ENVM 677 - Intro to Google Earth Engine
• ENVM 678 - Advanced Data Analysis
• ENVM 679 - Remote Sensing with GIS
• ENVM 681 - GIS and Watershed Systems