Geographic Information Science CERTIFICATE
Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Prince Albert Prince Albert , Saskatchewan- Duration: 2 Semester
- Degree Name: Geographic Information Science CERTIFICATE
- Discipline Life Sciences
- Program Level: Certificate
- Grade 12 / High School with Mathematics (min 60 %) , English(min65%)
- Min IELTS overall: 6.5 (Min Reading: 6.5 , Min Writing: 6.5 , Min Listening: 6.5 , Min Speaking: 6.5 )
Geographic information science (GIS) is a relatively new field that uses computer technology to link maps to digital data. Environmental agencies and resource companies rely on the skills of GIS technicians when they’re making critical decisions about the development and use of forests, fisheries, wildlife and land. If you have good computer skills, a keen eye for detail and an interest in natural resource management and land use planning, the Geographic Information Science program will interest you. Even better, you can launch your career in less than a year. Geographic Information Science is a one-year certificate program offered full time at Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert campus. Some courses are available through distance and/or continuing education. Computer literacy is essential to handling the course load. The resource management focus is unique. You’ll learn the concepts, practice the applications and build basic skills in using GIS software to address natural resource management issues. In this hands-on approach to using GIS software and technologies you’ll learn about: UAV/Drone data acquisition interpretation and process GIS process automation Database and worksheet design Global Positioning Systems (GPS) Web mapping and web cartography Remote sensing and image analysis
Description | Sub Total |
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Avg Application Fee | $150 |
Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | $16519 |
Avg Yearly Cost of Living | $11000 |
Estimated Other school expenses and fees | $0 |
Estimated Total/Year | $27669.00 |
Full-time undergraduate and post-graduate international students can work anywhere on or off campus without a work permit. The rules around the number of hours a student will be allowed to work may vary based on the country the student chooses to study in. International students are typically able to work up to 20 hours a week.
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