Geographic Information Science

Students completing the BS degree should demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major geographic concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and analytical methods for the creation and utilization of geographic data and information, geospatial databases, geospatial modeling and statistics. Students should demonstrate a fluency in the supporting data sources and technologies, including satellite imagery, GPS, computer programming and statistics.

Students completing a baccalaureate degree should be grounded in geographic information theory and methodology being able to design and execute research and GIS implementation projects. The goal is higher education in GIS, not simply technical training.

Application of GIS specific content and skills, teamwork skills, project planning and management skills, and career preparation.