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Geographic Information Science

Program(s) Available: B.A.S., B.S.辅修、证书

主修… geographic information science (地理信息系统) is perfect for those interested in spatial technology, 城市规划, precision agriculture, remote sensing and cartography. If any of this interests you, keep reading!

为什么学习 Geographic Information Science at Northwest

Not everyone is born with 的 gift of spatial awareness, but 的 地理信息系统 industry is a growing field! 的 Bureau of Labor and Statistics estimates surveying and mapping job opportunities will increase by 4% 在未来的十年里.

Northwest also recently partnered with 的 National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), which provides students with profession-based experience while increasing NGA map production capability to meet national security challenges. This partnership also opens doors for 熊猫s to obtain internship and employment experience!

Students can access incredible resources and tools, such as 的 computer labs in 的 Valk中心. 的se labs house 的 latest versions of industry-standard 地理信息系统 software to ensure students' competitiveness in 的 job market. Field trips also provide opportunities to learn about GPS technologies outside 的 classroom.

This program requires a 小. 

选择你的道路

Geographic Information Systems B.S. (小) 

Check out 的 Geographic Information Science classes you will take with 的 4-year plan.

地理信息系统 4-YEAR PLAN (小) 

B.A.S (for 转学)

为 转学 的 Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) 是灵活的吗?, individually tailored degree for students pursuing a vocational, technical or associate degree. Coursework for 的se degrees build on workplace skills and practical career training provided by an associate degree. Students may find a B.A.S. appealing for 的 following reasons:

  • Shorter time to degree by maximizing 的 transfer of vocational and technical courses toward a four-year degree
  • Requires fewer Northwest Core courses (general education courses)
  • A personalized and flexible degree plan
  • 具有成本效益的

Please note this program is not a traditional four-year program. It is structured for 转学. Check out more on 的 B的好处.A.S. 项目.

Minor program (geospatial technology)

A in geospatial technology is also available. This 24-credit-program teaches students 的 foundations of computers and information technology, maps and map interpretation, basic application programming, 计算机编程, database applications and database systems. 为 a list of required courses, visit 的 academic catalog.

证书项目

的 15-hour certificate program must be completed with a Bachelor's degree; it is not a stand-alone program. 为 a list of courses, visit 的 academic catalog.

职业发展机会

  • 地理信息系统技术人员
  • 地理信息系统分析
  • Farming entrepreneur
  • Mapping and cartography technician
  • Precision agriculture

What Can I Do With a Major in Geographic Information Science?

Student Organizations

GeoClub offers academic and social opportunities for students studying Earth science, geology and geography. This club sponsors various activities such as: 

  • Field trips to geologically and geographically important areas in 的 United States
  • Trips to 的 Kansas City Gem and Mineral Show
  • Setting up educational displays at 的 Kansas City Gem and Mineral Show, B.D. Owens 图书馆 and Garrett-Strong Science Building
Student Organizations

Profession-Based Learning Experiences

出国留学 is an opportunity for students to apply hands-on international experience to 的ir own academic development. Two types of study abroad 项目 are available: faculty-led and traditional.

Profession-Based Learning Experiences

Research Opportunities

Faculty-led research provides an opportunity for students to produce original research with 的 goal of publishing 的ir work. This is available for students showing interest in fur的ring 的ir education. 

Research Opportunities
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