Geographic Information Science Minor

Department of Environmental Studies, Huxley College of the Environment

21 credits

Introduction

The minor in Geographic Information Science provides students with training in Geographic Information Science theory and techniques. Through a series of courses in GIS, statistics, and remote sensing, students will gain skills in the development, management, analysis, and visualization of spatial data. Many classes are offered only once per year and must be taken in sequence, so careful planning with an advisor is recommended.

Why Consider a Geographic Information Science Minor?

Geographic Information Science combines GIS software, statistical analysis, and cartographic techniques to manage, analyze, and visualize spatial data. This is a rapidly growing field of inquiry that is widely used to solve complex problems in many fields of research, industry, and public policy. The Geographic Information Science Minor provides students with a survey of Geographic Information Science theory and techniques through a flexible suite of courses in GIS, statistics, cartography, and remote sensing.

Contact Information

Department Chair Grace Wang Arntzen Hall 212 360-650-3278 Grace.Wang@wwu.edu

Huxley College Professional Advisor Kathryn Patrick Environmental Studies 539 360-650-3520 Kathryn.Patrick@wwu.edu

Program Advisor Aquila Flower Arntzen Hall 202 360-650-3287 Aquila.Flower@wwu.edu

Sample Careers

GIS Technician | GIS Analyst | GIS Manager | Geospatial Analyst | Cartographer | Geographer

Major/Career Resources

www.wwu.edu/careers/students_choosingamajor.shtml

How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):

Students must declare their minor in ES 539.

Grade Requirements

A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major or minor courses, and supporting courses for majors and minors.