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The demand for those with GIS skills is in the rise! This Geospatial Techniques microcredential provides you with essential skills in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), allowing you to create and analyze maps and spacial data to understand patterns and relationships. You will be able to use technology to automate repetitive tasks and analyze digital images from satellites or arial photography to extract useful information. You will understand how different types of radiation like light and radio waves are used in remote sensing. and remote sensing to create digital maps. You will also understand how spatial data infrastructures manage and share geospatial data across organizations. This microcredential is a great fit for existing professionals in GIS, computer science, environmental engineering, or urban or community planning seeking to add specialized skills. For those new to the profession, successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, internships, and to apply for entry level positions such as project specialist or GIS technician assistant.
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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