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MS in Geo-Information Science

This 31-34 credit-hour program offers students complete training in Geo-Information Science technologies and prepares them to work as GIS managers.  Thesis and non-thesis options are available.  Courses include the following:

  • Introduction to GIS
  • Analysis of Remote Sensing Imagery
  • Advanced GIS
  • Spatial Database Development
  • Computer Cartography
  • Advanced Geographic Quantitative Methods
  • Advanced Survey Methods
  • Seminar in GIS or Masters Thesis
  • Two electives

Certificate in Geo-Information Science

This 15 credit-hour program offers students a strong background in the field of Geo-Information Science and provides them with marketable skills.

Courses include:

  • Introduction to GIS
  • Analysis of Remote Sensing Imagery
  • Advanced GIS
  • Spatial Database Development
  • One elective

Courses taken for the Certificate are applicable to the M.S. in Geo-Information Science.


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