Wilkes University College of Arts and Sciences 12 courses
Program Director: Bobak Karimi, Ph.D. The Certificate in Geographic Information Science (GIScience) at Wilkes University is designed so that students can gain knowledge and skills using up-to-date techniques to solve real-world geospatial problems. Courses are designed to be offered online, or as hybrid/hybrid-flexible, with hands-on and experiential learning at the core of the curriculum. Contextual learning is to be encouraged by elective courses. The Certificate in GIScience is constructed around GISP certification using the Geographic Information Systems Certification Institute’s (GISCI) technical knowledge exam content as a road map for additional course/content. To earn the certificate students must complete the following course series:
Introductory Track
(15 credits; minimum of 2.0 required in all courses; see table for curriculum) This track is designed for current and/or aspiring geospatial specialists who want to become well-versed in Geographic Information Science (GIScience) and skillful users of software and technology relevant to Geographic Information Systems(GIS). This track is suitable for students enrolled in a baccalaureate program at Wilkes University, or elsewhere,as well as industry and community participants with no baccalaureate degree. NOTE: GIS 271 is listed as a general education Area II course. It is 3-credits and has a lab. Students currently enrolled at Wilkes University full-time can take this course towards...
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GIS 271 | Introduction to GPS & GIS | 3 |
| GIS 272 | Advanced GIS & Remote Sensing | 3 |
| GIS 301 | GIS Applications & Colloquia | 3 |
Electives
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GIS 298 | Topics in Geographic InFormation Science | 1-3 |
| GIS 398 | Topics in Geographic InFormation Science | 1-3 |
| GIS 310 | GIS Programming and Customization | 3 |
| GIS 315 | Web GIS | 3 |
| GIS 320 | Introduction to Geospatial Modeling | 3 |
| EES 261 | Regional Geography | 3 |
| BA 419 | Quantitative Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 352 | Production and Operations Management | 3 |
| MKT 357 | Digital Marketing | 3 |
| Total Electives | 15 credits | |
Advanced Track
(15 credits; minimum of 2.0 required for all courses; see table for curriculum) Intended for post-baccalaureate or other learners with some GIScience experience, this track is designed to enhance knowledge in GIScience by allowing students to gain in-depth GIScience knowledge through advanced courses appropriate to the student’s level and focus. Enrollment to this track requires permission from the director of the Center for Geographic Information Science, and students must show proficiency of requisite knowledge/coursework to waive GIS 271 and/or GIS 272 .
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GIS 271 | Introduction to GPS & GIS | 3 |
| GIS 272 | Advanced GIS & Remote Sensing | 3 |
| GIS 301 | GIS Applications & Colloquia | 3 |
Electives
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GIS 298 | Topics in Geographic InFormation Science | 1-3 |
| GIS 398 | Topics in Geographic InFormation Science | 1-3 |
| GIS 310 | GIS Programming and Customization | 3 |
| GIS 315 | Web GIS | 3 |
| GIS 320 | Introduction to Geospatial Modeling | 3 |
| EES 261 | Regional Geography | 3 |
| BA 419 | Quantitative Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 352 | Production and Operations Management | 3 |
| MKT 357 | Digital Marketing | 3 |
| Total Electives | 15 credits | |
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