Certificate in Geographic Information Science

The Certificate in Geographic Information Science is an interdisciplinary opportunity designed to provide students and professionals with the theoretical, practical and technical skills that are essential for the analysis of map products and the manipulation of spatial data. Students from a wide range of disciplines can benefit from this certificate program by becoming proficient in the use and application of geographic technologies through an appropriate set of courses. This certification program is open to all MSU students. Students in any discipline can complete this certificate program to better advance their educational standing for employment or graduate education.

To receive the 15 credit hour Certificate in Geographic Information Science, an individual must successfully complete each of the listed required courses with a grade of "C" or better.

GEO 201 — Map Interpretation and Analysis

3

GEO 349 — Introduction to GIS/Cartography

3

GEO 351 — Geographic Information Systems

3

GEO 353 — GIS Applications

3

GEO 355 — Remote Sensing of the Environment

3

Upon completion of the required courses, the Certificate in Geographic Information Science will be issued to the individual by the Department of Earth & Space Sciences.