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Geographic Information Science and Technology - BS

Texas A & M University-College Station

Bachelor's DegreeAcademic

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The BS degree in Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIST) provides students a rigorous and modern-day education and training in GIST with applications in physical and human geography. Employers require problem solvers not button pushers, to address problems in various application domains. The degree requires 53 hours of coursework, which is designed to: • Provide modern-day exposure to the rapidly changing field of GIST. • Balance education and training with a focus on competency.

Credits

120 credits

Format

In-Person

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  • Texas

    Texas

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingWritingSocial Perceptiveness

Knowledge

GeographyComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematicsDesign

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingNear VisionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityVisualizationSpeech Recognition

Tasks

  • Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Infor
  • Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS ha
  • Maintain or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.

Technology

Data base user interface and query softwareDocument management softwareDevelopment environment softwareVideo creation and editing softwareGraphics or photo imaging software

Tools

Computer data input scannersComputer laser printersComputer serversDesktop computersDigital camerasDigitizersGlobal positioning system GPS receiversLaptop computersLarge-format plottersLaser facsimile machinesLight detection and ranging LIDAR systemsMainframe computersMulti-line telephone systemsPersonal computersPhotocopying equipment

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Occupations this program prepares you for

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

  • Complex GIS databases — design, maintain, and optimize autonomously to support multi-department or multi-agency spatial data sharing and analysis needs.
  • Advanced spatial analysis workflows — develop and execute using cartography, data manipulation, and modeling software to solve non-routine geographic problems.
  • Custom GIS applications — program, test, and deploy using development environment software and scripting languages to extend core GIS platform capabilities.
  • High-quality cartographic products — author independently, applying design principles, projection selection, and visual hierarchy for publication or public presentation.
  • Incoming and legacy datasets — audit comprehensively for accuracy, lineage, and documentation quality, then remediate or flag according to organizational standards.
  • Technical expertise in GIS methods — deliver to clients and interdisciplinary teams through training sessions, written guides, and one-on-one technical support.
  • Geospatial models — build and validate using advanced analytical software to support planning, environmental assessment, or infrastructure management decisions.
  • GIS data integration pipelines — construct using ETL processes and web services to automate data ingestion from field sensors, open data portals, and partner agencies.
  • Complex spatial problems — analyze and resolve by combining deductive reasoning, mathematical methods, and multi-source data synthesis without external guidance.
  • Reports and technical memoranda — write with precision and clarity to document GIS methodologies, findings, and recommendations for professional or regulatory audiences.

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