Geographic Information Systems (GIS) - Certificate
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AGIS
This program may be completed at the Knight (Warwick) Campus.
This certificate program provides students with hands-on experience collecting and mapping spatial data using online and desktop Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software. Students will learn how these systems are created and used in a variety of fields, including disaster preparedness, environmental sciences, transportation, public safety, education, coastal management, natural resources, and many more. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to independently complete basic to intermediate level mapping and geospatial analyses, organize and collect data for use in solution-based decision making, and enhance their skills in reporting data.
This program is geared towards students without prior experience working with GISs who could use this skill to complement their education and/or career, or for those who have some experience and are looking to refresh their skills using GIS software. This certificate can be completed in one year, starting in the fall semester.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in using GIS software by applying GIS data and tools to solve real-world problems.
- Summarize the applications of GIS, the ethical responsibilities of mapmaking, and the types of research conducted using GIS.
- Demonstrate organizational skills in file and database management.
- Employ cartographic techniques to produce customized maps depending on the audience(s) to present and display GIS data.
- Use basic computing, problem-solving, and project management skills to perform spatial analyses and present GIS data.
Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGIS 1000 | ArcGIS I: Introduction to ArcGIS | 4 |
| AGIS 1500 | ArcGIS II: Data Management and Spatial Analysis | 4 |
| AGIS 2000 | ArcGIS III: Field Data Collection and Web Applications | 4 |
| GEOG 1010 | Introduction to Geography | 3 |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Color | ||
| The Solar System | ||
| Humans and the Environment | ||
| Principles of Marketing | ||
| Introduction to Data Analytics | ||
| Fundamentals of Emergency Management | ||
| Introduction to Geology - How the Earth Works | ||
| World History I | ||
| World History II | ||
| Introduction to Oceanography (Formerly OCEN 1010 and 1030) | ||
| State and Local Government | ||
| Total Hours | 18-19 | |
Recommended Course Sequence
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
| AGIS 1000 | ArcGIS I: Introduction to ArcGIS (Seven-week course) | 4 |
| AGIS 1500 | ArcGIS II: Data Management and Spatial Analysis (Seven-week course) | 4 |
| GEOG 1010 | Introduction to Geography | 3 |
| Hours | 11 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| AGIS 2000 | ArcGIS III: Field Data Collection and Web Applications | 4 |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Color | ||
| The Solar System | ||
| Humans and the Environment | ||
| Principles of Marketing | ||
| Introduction to Data Analytics | ||
| Fundamentals of Emergency Management | ||
| Introduction to Geology - How the Earth Works | ||
| World History I | ||
| World History II | ||
| Introduction to Oceanography (Formerly OCEN 1010 and 1030) | ||
| State and Local Government | ||
| Hours | 7-8 | |
| Total Hours | 18-19 | |