Geographic Information Science and Technology Certificate

Program Coordinator: Hannah Sirianni (224-A Brewster Building; 252-328-4992; siriannih21@ecu.edu)

The Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIST) Certificate provides students with opportunities to develop analytical, theoretical, and practical skills for both public and private sector careers. The certificate is open to students enrolled in graduate degree or certificate programs. Students with limited undergraduate training in GIST are encouraged to consult with the certificate coordinator before enrollment.

The certificate requires 12 s.h. as follows:

Core - 6 s.h.

GEOG 6401 - Geographic Information Systems
GEOG 6430 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems

Electives - 6 s.h.

Select two of the following courses:

GEOG 6150 - Quantitative Methods in Geography
GEOG 6340 - GIS for Public Health Research
GEOG 6400 - Seminar in Geographic Information and Analysis
GEOG 6410 - Advanced Cartography
GEOG 6420 - Advanced Remote Sensing
GEOG 6440 - Spatial Analysis of Coastal Environments
GEOG 6460 - Advanced Digital Terrain Analysis