The Minor in Geographic Information Science, which is administered by the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences, provides a fundamental foundation to the breadth of study within the field of geographic information science.
The minor is available as an elective to students who are enrolled in bachelor’s degree programs at Michigan State University other than the Bachelor of Science Degree in Geographic Information Science. With the approval of the department and college that administers the student’s degree program, the courses that are used to satisfy the minor may also be used to satisfy the requirements for the bachelor’s degree.
Students who plan to complete the requirements for the minor should consult an undergraduate advisor in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences.
Requirements for the Minor in Geographic Information Science
Complete a minimum of 21 credits in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences from the following:
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Both of the following courses (4 credits): |
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GEO |
221 |
Introduction to Geographic Information |
3 |
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GEO |
221L |
Introduction to Geographic Information Laboratory |
1 |
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Complete a minimum of 17 credits from the following courses: |
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GEO |
324 |
Remote Sensing of the Environment |
4 |
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GEO |
325 |
Geographic Information Systems |
3 |
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GEO |
326 |
Cartographic Design and Production |
4 |
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GEO |
363 |
Introduction to Quantitative Methods for Geographers |
3 |
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GEO |
424 |
Advanced Remote Sensing |
4 |
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GEO |
425 |
Problems in Geographic Information Science (W) |
3 |
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GEO |
426 |
Thematic Cartography |
4 |
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GEO |
428 |
Digital Terrain Analysis |
3 |
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GEO |
429 |
Geoprocessing |
3 |
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GEO |
453 |
Metropolitan Environments: Urban Forms and Land Uses |
3 |
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GEO |
490 |
Independent Study |
3 |
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GEO |
498 |
Internship in Geography |
3 |
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Both GEO 490 and 498 must include geographic information science, remote sensing, or cartography content to fulfill this requirement. Prior to enrolling in a section of either of these courses, the student must obtain approval from an undergraduate academic advisor in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences. |
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