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Geographic Information Science CertificateGeography & Philosophy
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
The certificate in Geographic Information Science has as its core the study and use of geographic information systems (GIS). Central to this program are the theoretical and applied fundamentals of the collection, management, analysis and representation of spatial data. The program builds on this core by exploring both traditional and novel methods for geo-visualization. Methods include teaching about various GIS and remote sensing technologies used to collect and analyze spatial data and how to use these technologies, critically discussing the implications of geo-spatial technologies on individuals and society, demonstrating how geo-spatial technologies are used effectively in urban and regional planning processes; and by exploration of applications of GIS to environmental, resource and policy/management issues.
The five-course series offers students the opportunity to expand their knowledge and expertise in the area of Geographic Information Science (GISci). Participants in the certificate will receive the theoretical and technical education needed to acquire, manage and critically analyze and represent geo-referenced data. The program offers basic and advanced courses in map design and geo-visualization, geographic information systems, remote sensing and geo-spatial technologies in general.
This certificate is not eligible for financial aid.
Students pursuing the GISci major or minor are not eligible for the GISci certificate program.
Program Delivery
This program is available:
Admission Requirements
A full understanding of basic computer use is expected.
A cumulative U of MN GPA of at least 2.00 is required for admission.
For information about University of Minnesota admission requirements, visit the
Office of Admissions
website.
General Requirements
The Board of Regents, on recommendation of the faculty, grants degrees from the
University
of Minnesota. Requirements for an undergraduate degree from University of Minnesota Duluth include the
following:
Program Requirements
Electives (8 cr)
Take 2 or more course(s) from the following:
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GIS 3580 - Earth Imagery
(4.0 cr)
·
GIS 4533 - Distributed Geographic Information Services: Mobile and Web Based Solutions
(4.0 cr)
·
GIS 4585 - Applied Statistics in GIS
(4.0 cr)
·
GIS 5571 - Geographic Information Science in Urban Analysis
(4.0 cr)
·
GIS 5572 - Environmental Application of GIS
(4.0 cr)
·
GIS 5573 - GIScience in Regional Sustainability Applications
(4.0 cr)
·
GIS 5581 - Digital Image Processing and Analysis
(4.0 cr)
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Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Course Equivalencies: | GIS 2552/GEOG 2552 |
Grading Basis: | A-F or Aud |
Typically offered: | Every Fall, Spring & Summer |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall & Spring |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F or Aud |
Typically offered: | Every Fall & Spring |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Spring Odd Year |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Spring Even Year |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Spring Even Year |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Spring Even Year |