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| Program Objectives |
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The learning objectives of this certificate are threefold: 1. Provide a solid grounding in the science of geospatial data representation and spatial analysis; 2. Provide opportunities to work with advanced specializations in GIS, and; 3. Include GIS projects imbedded in the courses and use a range of technical and analytical skills required of GIS practitioners.
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| Admission requirements |
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BA/BS from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Students in the GIS certificate program typically come from a diverse set of disciplinary and professional backgrounds and bring a range of expertise to the program. Applicants with degrees from disciplines other than Geography or students with a deficiency in basic skills as determined by the program director must take GEOG 380 (Maps and Geographic Information) in the term they are admitted (or prior) and receive a grade of 3.0 or above.
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| Certificate Requirements |
Successful completion of 20 specified graduate credits with a cumulative PSU graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (all graduate credit taken at PSU) and a cumulative program GPA of 3.0 or higher (all courses used for the Graduate Certificate), distributed as follows: 8 credits of core courses and 12 credits of electives.
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