Geospatial Science, BS

The Geospatial Science Program prepares graduates for careers in land surveying and geomatics through hands-on education in boundary surveying, geodetic measurement, GNSS, photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and geospatial data management. Graduates are prepared to pursue professional licensure, advanced degrees, and careers across the surveying, engineering, construction, mapping, and geospatial technology industries.

Program Details

The Geospatial Science Program provides broad-based expertise and cutting-edge skills across the growing fields of surveying and geomatics while helping address the critical shortage of qualified professionals. The program is designed for students seeking careers as land surveyors, geomatics professionals, engineers, and other geospatial specialists who use and manage rapidly evolving measurement, mapping, and geospatial technologies.

What You’ll Learn

You will develop the knowledge and technical skills needed to acquire, analyze, manage, and apply geospatial data. Coursework prepares you for careers in land surveying and geomatics through study in boundary surveying, geodetic measurement, GNSS, photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and related technologies. The program also provides a foundation for professional licensure, advanced study, and employment across the surveying and geospatial industries.

The Geospatial Science degree requires a minimum of 120 credits:

• 42 credits in Core Curriculum Program
• 2 credits in First-Years Seminars (when applicable)*
• 73 credits in required courses
• 3 credits in designated electives

*Full-time, first time in college students are required to take the first-year seminars.

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