Geographic Information System (GIS) Minor
Gain knowledge and expertise in geographic Information systems (GIS), and learn to store, maintain, analyze, and display spatially referenced databases to help solve problems and assist in decision making. GIS is increasingly important in a variety of applications and careers like transportation planning, business logistics, environmental analysis, and natural disaster research.
Enrollment in this minor complements a wide variety of majors including Geography, Anthropology (Archaeology), Geosciences, Biology, Environmental Studies, Economics, and Computer Science.
The department is strengthened by an internship program with placement in local public or private sector locations. Students can gain valuable experience in a variety of real-world settings which increases their skills and adds to their resumes.
Contemporary Human Geography | GEOG 105
An overview of significant themes in human geography including population issues, cultural differences, globalization, languages, politics and foreign affairs, settlement patterns, migration, and economic organization.
Remote Sensing | GEOG 455
Overview of remote-sensing systems (airborne and satellite). Principles of photographic and electromagnetic remote sensing systems which detect, record and measure distributions of natural and cultural phenomena.
Introduction to GIS Analysis | GEOG 460
Introduction to spatial analysis using GIS technology. Data acquisition, integration, and editing. Spatial analysis of natural and cultural phenomena using both vector and raster data models. Application of GIS technologies to environmental management and urban planning.
Program Contact Info
Kate Gillogly | (262) 595-2147 | gillogly@uwp.edu
