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Sep 07, 2024
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2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Geographic Information Science Minor
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Professors: Jeffrey Myers, Stephen Taylor, Jeffrey Templeton
Assistant professor: David Szpakowski
Mission
The Geographic Information Science (GIS) Minor is part of the Earth and Environmental Science program. The program mission is to provide a liberal arts education in geoscience with an emphasis on scientific methods, problem solving and interdisciplinary science education. A key objective of the minor is to prepare undergraduates for careers as professional geoscientists and educators. The program also promotes the development of an informed citizenry for wise decision-making on issues related to natural resources, environmental quality and sustainability in Oregon and beyond. In addition, GIS skills are a key component of workforce development in the 21st century marketplace.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of Geographic Information Science and geospatial technology.
- Apply geospatial technology to solve real-world problems and communicate results.
- Conduct scientific investigations as part of undergraduate degree studies.
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Note:
The Geographic Information Science minor is designed for undergraduate students working towards a baccalaureate degree. A certificate option is also available for post-baccalaureate students or professionals seeking continuing education. Students completing the GIS Minor are not eligible for the GIS Certificate program, nor are they eligible for the Information Systems and Data Analytics GIS Concentrations.
Satisfactory Grade Use
Program requirements may be fulfilled with a grade of S.
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