About the Program

The demand for those with GIS skills is on the rise! This Geospatial Techniques microcredential provides you with essential skills in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), allowing you to create and analyze maps and spacial data to understand patterns and relationships.

You will be able to use technology to automate repetitive tasks and analyze digital images from satellites or arial photography to extract useful information.

You will understand how different types of radiation like light and radio waves are used in remote sensing. and remote sensing to create digital maps.

You will also understand how spatial data infrastructures manage and share geospatial data across organizations.

This microcredential is a great fit for existing professionals in GIS, computer science, environmental engineering, or urban or community planning seeking to add specialized skills. For those new to the profession, successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, internships, and to apply for entry level positions such as project specialist or GIS technician assistant.

About the Geosciences Department

160 Science and Math Complex
1300 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222
Phone: (716) 878-6731
Fax: (716) 878-4524
https://geosciences.buffalostate.edu/

Program Requirements

Required Courses
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
GEG325 MAPS AND MAPMAKING USING GIS | 3 - Credit Hours
GEG418 REMOTE SENSING | 3 - Credit Hours
OR GEG425 FUNDAMENTALS OF GIS | 3 - Credit Hours
OR GEG485 INTERACTIVE AND WEB-BASED MAPPING | 3 - Credit Hours

12 Total Credit Hours