Location:

Springfield, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Graduate Certificate

Specialty:

Geology

Program Overview

Program Description:

This program provides professional training and skills in geospatial sciences in the areas of physical geography and environmental geology. Students will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience with many cutting edge technologies, including Geospatial Information Systems (GIS), Digital Mapping, and Geowall.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Financial Aid:

Yes

Requirements:

Since no specific undergraduate major is required, some students may be admitted on a conditional basis if they lack sufficient academic experience to take the required core courses. In these cases, specific undergraduate courses may be required before full admission is granted. Undergraduates interested in this program are encouraged to include courses in cartography, aerial photography interpretation, statistics, chemistry, biology and environmental science. Calculus and physics may be required for studies in some areas of geology.