Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Certificate (Biology)
This program provides the foundational knowledge for a student to develop skills in Geographical Information Systems to enhance opportunities for future employment in fields with a spatial analysis component. The program is designed to introduce students to the knowledge and methods required for spatial analysis including learning specific spatial software, developing and managing spatial data, and communicating spatial connections.
Certificate Requirements
The certificate requires students to complete 10 semester credit hours (3 courses and 1 lab) with a grade of C or better in each course. Select courses from the list below to complete 10 semester credit hours for the GIS certificate.
GIS Certificate Eligible Courses (10 hours)
| BIOL 4395 | Special Topics in Biology (Landscape Ecology) | |
| BIOL 4195 | Special Topics in Biology (Landscape Ecology Lab) | |
| GEOG 4330 | Geographic Information Systems | |
| GEOG 4360 | Cartography and Remote Sensing | |
The GIS Certificate will be listed as an academic certificate on the student’s official transcript.