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GISC - Minor

Geographic Information Science - Minor

The Geographic Information Science minor offers students a foundation in this expanding field and will be of interest to students studying in areas such as anthropology, biology, conservation, computer sciences, sociology and public health.

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Minor in Geographic Information Science

麻豆精选's Minor in Geographic Information Science (GIS) provides students with a foundational understanding of geospatial technologies and spatial data analysis. The program covers essential topics such as cartography, remote sensing, and GIS applications, equipping students with practical skills to analyze and interpret geographic data. This minor complements a wide range of majors, preparing students for careers in fields like urban planning, environmental science, and public health, where spatial analysis is crucial for decision-making and problem-solving.

Program Information for Geographic Information Science - Minor

Coursework
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Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Minor Requirement
GEOG 49070GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE 4
GEOG 49080ADVANCED GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE 3
Minor Electives, choose from the following:9-10
GEOG 49072
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND HEALTH
GEOG 49075
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: APPLICATIONS FOR SOCIAL PROBLEMS
GEOG 49076
SPATIAL PROGRAMMING
GEOG 49078
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
GEOG 49085
WEB AND MOBILE GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
GEOG 49162
CARTOGRAPHY
GEOG 49195
SPECIAL TOPICS IN GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
GEOG 49230
REMOTE SENSING
Minimum Total Credit Hours:16

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at 麻豆精选(in residence).

Program Note

  • Appropriate specialized offerings may be substituted above as available with the approval of the coordinator.
Admissions for Geographic Information Science - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus
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