The Minor in Earth Observation and Geospatial Analytics, 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 except those pursuing the concentration in Earth Observation and Geospatial Analytics in the Bachelor of Science degree in Geography. 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 Earth Observation and Geospatial Analytics
Complete a minimum of 15 credits in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences from the following:
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The following course (3 credits): |
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GEO |
221 |
Introduction to Geographic Information |
3 |
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Complete a minimum of 9 credits from the following courses: |
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FOR |
372 |
Ecological Monitoring and Data Analysis |
3 |
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FOR |
419 |
Applications of Geographic Information Systems to Natural Resources Management |
4 |
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GEO |
221L |
Introduction to Geographic Information Laboratory |
1 |
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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 |
Programming with Spatial Data |
3 |
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Complete an additional minimum of 3 credits from any GEO electives. |
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