Harness Spatial Technology to Solve Global Challenges
The Department of Geography offers both Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates in Geographic Information Science (GIScience), including GIS and Remote Sensing. These certificate programs provide students with in-demand geospatial technology skills, combining hands-on technical training with a strong foundation in spatial analysis, mapping, and geospatial theory. Graduates gain the expertise needed to compete in the rapidly expanding GIS and geospatial technology workforce.
GIScience is applied across diverse fields, including environmental science, urban and regional planning, public health, emergency management, transportation, and business analytics. This certificate enhances career qualifications, supports professional advancement, and prepares students for advanced study in GIS, remote sensing, and spatial data science.
The undergraduate GISci Certificate can be earned as a stand-alone Certificate or as part of a broader education at Miami.
Curriculum and Courses
- GEO 441 Geographic Information Systems
- GEO 442 Advanced Geographic Information Systems
- GEO 443 Python Programming for Geospatial Applications
- GEO 448 Techniques and Applications of Remote Sensing
Geographic Information Systems Certificate (Undergraduate) Learning Outcomes
- Recognize a variety of data formats available in GIScience and select appropriate techniques for data classification, analysis, and interpretation;
- Design and execute workflows for spatial problem-solving;
- Effectively communicate the result(s) of GISci analyses and processes to the appropriate audience via written and cartographic means.
ranking in Best Online GIS Certificates guide for 2023-2024
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Excelling in Instructional Design Award
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among Ohio public universities for return investment in 2021-2022 Salary Report
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Department of Geography
Robbyn Abbitt, GIS Coordinator
Shideler Hall 109
250 S. Patterson Ave.
Oxford, OH 45056
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