Geographic Information Systems (Certificate)

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GIS means.. Mapping global warming over time Predicting and preparing for natural disasters Tracking and controlling wildfires Keeping runways and airways safe Protecting our fish population Preserving our rain forests Sailing safer on the deep blue sea Helping you navigate your auto route Search for missing children Identifying and locating your customers Program highlights MCC's professional certificate gives the tools needed to obtain a job in the field of GIS or to advance in their chosen field. A committee of GIS professionals serves as advisors for the program. Prepares students to complete their Associates of Arts (A.A.) degree or transfer to a four-year institution. GIS courses may be accepted as electives in a four-year degree program. Careers GIS professionals are employed in government, engineering firms, military establishments, marketing agencies, environmental and health organizations, law enforcement, social-service agencies, private businesses-almost everywhere! Bright outlook for Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians Visit Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to view salary information, employment outlook and personal characteristics needed for this career. Transfer made simple Whatever your transfer destination, we'll work to make sure your credits move easily. That's why we're experts at it. We've worked out specific transfer agreements with many four-year colleges and universities. Please check with an advisor for transfer information. Related Programs Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) pathway Geography GIS (geographic information systems) is a cutting-edge technology capable of capturing, storing, integrating, analyzing and displaying layers of data from a geographic perspective. GIS means.. Mapping global warming over time Predicting and preparing for natural disasters Tracking and controlling wildfires Keeping runways and airways safe Protecting our fish population Preserving our rain forests Sailing safer on the deep blue sea Helping you navigate your auto route Search for missing children Identifying and locating your customers Program highlights MCC's professional certificate gives the tools needed to obtain a job in the field of GIS or to advance in their chosen field. A committee of GIS professionals serves as advisors for the program. Prepares students to complete their Associates of Arts (A.A.) degree or transfer to a four-year institution. GIS courses may be accepted as electives in a four-year degree program. Careers GIS professionals are employed in government, engineering firms, military establishments, marketing agencies, environmental and health organizations, law enforcement, social-service agencies, private businesses-almost everywhere! Bright outlook for Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians Visit Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to view salary information, employment outlook and personal characteristics needed for this career. Transfer made simple Whatever your transfer destination, we'll work to make sure your credits move easily. That's why we're experts at it. We've worked out specific transfer agreements with many four-year colleges and universities. Please check with an advisor for transfer information. Related Programs Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) pathway Geography Bright outlook for Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians Whatever your transfer destination, we'll work to make sure your credits move easily. That's why we're experts at it. We've worked out specific transfer agreements with many four-year colleges and universities. Ready to start your future? Apply to MCC today! 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