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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Geographic Information Science | Geographic Information Systems (Gis)
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Geographic Information Science (GIS) program equips students with the knowledge and skills to analyze and visualize spatial data using geospatial tools and techniques. Through project-based courses, students develop proficiency in programming, web mapping, data collection, and cartography, preparing them for careers in geospatial professions such as GIS analysts, cartographers, and GIS programmers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- The Bachelor of Science in Geographic Information Science (GIS) offers courses in theory, inquiry, and applications of spatial data to prepare students for emerging geospatial professions.
- The program instills knowledge through project-based courses that train students in spatial problem-solving, computational thinking, and the utilization of geospatial tools and techniques to analyze data for visual, oral, and written communication.
- Graduates attain technological proficiency in programming, web mapping, project development, data collection and integration, and cartography.
- The BS GIS program is offered by the Department of Urban and Regional Planning.
Outline:
- Core Courses:
- GEOG 3: Spatial Data Literacy (1 unit)
- GEOG 4: Geospatial Ethics & Privacy (1 unit)
- GEOG 70: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (4 units)
- GEOG 100W: Writing Workshop (3 units)
- GEOG 103: Colloquium (1 unit)
- GEOG 107: Mapping the World (3 units)
- GEOG 171: Advanced Geographic Information Systems (4 units)
- GEOG 172: Cartography and Data Visualization (3 units)
- GEOG 173: Drones and Spatial Data Collection (3 units)
- GEOG 175: Geographic Information Systems Project Development (3 units)
- GEOG 178: Participatory GIS (3 units)
- GEOG 181: Introduction to Remote Sensing (3 units)
- GEOG 182: Programming for GIS (3 units)
- GEOG 195: Open Source GIS (3 units)
- GEOG 199: Senior Seminar (3 units)
- Major Elective:
- GEOG 187: Research Experience (3 units)
Careers:
- Graduates are prepared for careers as:
- Geospatial/GIS analysts
- Cartographers
- Remote sensing specialists
- GIS programmers
- GIS consultants
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