Geospatial Information Science (Undergraduate) Certificate

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The Certification in Geospatial Information Science program provides students with a project-based curriculum teaching the latest geospatial technologies and applications that allow certificate recipients to pursue cutting-edge geospatial technology jobs. Students are required to take GIS1, GIS2 and GIS3 along with two electives to complete the certification.

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 GIS (4 units)

Students are required to complete 4 units of core GIS, comprising an Introductory GIS course and an Applied GIS course. This can be achieved by taking Course 375, which covers both, or by taking Courses 373 and 374, which are cross-listed with the graduate program.

Geospatial Scripting (2 units)

Geospatial Electives (4 units)

Students are required to complete a total of 10 units to earn the GIS certificate. After meeting the core and scripting requirements, students can choose from a selection of elective courses to fulfill the remaining units. If any core or scripting courses are waived, additional electives must be taken to meet the 10-unit requirement, allowing students to customize their learning experience according to their interests and career goals.