Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIST) Minor

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By using geographical data and today’s leading computer technology, students will learn to assemble, manipulate, analyze, and visualize spatial data in order to solve problems and make decisions. Students gain familiarity with cartography, spatial and statistical analysis, computer science, remote sensing, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and visualization.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences Department page.

For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-1299.02

Total Credits Required 24 Credits

Complete all of the following courses: 18 Credits

GC 225 - Introduction to Maps 2 Credits
GC 335 - Geographic Information Systems 4 Credits
GC 337 - Cartographic Design 4 Credits
GC 425 - Remote Sensing 4 Credits
GC 428 - Spatial Analysis 4 Credits

GIST Electives

Choose two courses from the following: 6 Credits

CN 254 - Construction Survey and Layout 3 Credits
CS 101 - Web Site Construction [INTT] 4 Credits
CS 120 - Computer Science I [QUAR] 4 Credits
CS 122 - Computer Science II 4 Credits
CS 201 - Programming in C++ 3 Credits
CS 222 - Data Structures 4 Credits
DD 100 - Technical Drafting with Introduction to CAD 4 Credits
GC 412 - Database Development 4 Credits
GC 431 - Landscape Dynamics and Analysis 4 Credits
GC 491 - Internship 2-6 Credits