1-Year Technical Certificate: Geographic Information Systems
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate prepares students to use geographic data bases, Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers, and remote sensing information from satellites and aircraft to create products that display geographic information clearly and concisely. Emphasis is placed on applying this new technology to solve problems and create opportunities in a broad range of fields including resource management, economic development, marketing, planning and zoning, and law enforcement. This Certificate may be applied to the AAS in Information Technology – Geographic Information Systems Emphasis or be used as one of the technical disciplines required for the AAS in General Technology.