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Geographic Information Systems

Gain valuable knowledge and skill with the power to impact life the world over.

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Welcome to the Geographic Information Systems Certificate!

Explore the power of digital technology to map, analyze and understand the earth and its phenomena and processes. Discover how to map and analyze geographic phenomena such as earthquakes, hurricanes, climate change, wildlife habitats, natural resources, agriculture, and rural and urban environments, and more. Analyze environmental issues and responses to humanitarian crises using the power of spatial analysis. Contribute to making the world a better place through the power of geospatial technology.

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Aimee E. McGowan, MRM

Part-time Instructor of Geography and Environment

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Bruce Shelvey, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of History and Political Studies; Environmental Historian

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