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As location-based data has become prevalent in our society, employers are recognizing the importance of mapping, GIS (Geographic Information Systems), statistics and visualization, as well as effective design. Spatial data requires special considerations for use, while mapping is transforming how we communicate and interpret data.
The GIS and Design Certificate Program is uniquely positioned to effectively prepare diverse professionals to meet the growing demand in spatial analysis visualization in a variety of fields.
Using an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach, our program faculty team of experienced professionals in the field engage students in studying GIS principles, analyzing spatial data, developing technical mapping skills, and applying the lessons learned to their practice by learning traditional, robust analytical software along with the latest interactive tools and coding skills. Through a project-based practice combined with lectures and research, the emphasis on design enables students to develop creative problem-solving skills and make compelling, data-driven maps and visualizations to solve real-world challenges.
Our certificate program teaches students how to acquire and create data for use in various projects. Proper assessment of spatial data quality is a core component of the Program. Using software like Esri’s ArcGIS and QGIS, students learn many of the powerful tools available for transforming spreadsheets into stylized maps and creative graphics. Sharing GIS products through the web and mobile applications is increasingly in demand. Our certificate courses examine the principles of design for the web, interactive design, and the technical underpinnings of online mapping using Carto and Mapbox, among others. With expertise in the programming languages JavaScript and Python, students learn to build dynamic, web-based maps, mobile apps, and methods for incorporating graphic data into websites and blogs.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Anthropologists, architects, designers
- Ecology/environmental/forestry/conservation/wildlife professionals, engineers
- Educators
- Information/technology/business professionals
- Journalists
- Public health professionals, social scientists
- Urban, regional and land use planners
- Anyone engaged in the design industry or related professions, who seek to enhance their knowledge and skills in GIS through a design lens in order to share compelling stories with their constituencies
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
This certificate program requires the successful completion of 180 hours of study, corresponding to six core courses. It can be completed in two semesters (e.g., fall & spring, or spring & summer for example) or within the summer term. You can start the program in the fall, spring, or summer. The summer term offers all six certificate courses in an accelerated delivery format.
SUMMARY OF CORE COURSES (6)
XSAVI-700 Spatial Thinking, Data and Design Foundations (prerequisite)
XSAVI-702 Introduction to GIS (prerequisite)
XSAVI-805 Advanced GIS
XSAVI-810 Python for Geospatial
XSAVI 780 Interactive Web Mapping, Programming and Design I
XSAVI-755 Graphic Design & UX for GIS
SUMMARY OF CORE COURSES IN ACADEMIC YEAR 2020-2021
SPRING ONLINE
XSAVI-700 Spatial Thinking, Data and Design Foundations -- prerequisite
XSAVI-702 Introduction to GIS (pre-requisite)
XSAVI 780 Interactive Web Mapping, Programming and Design I
XSAVI-755 Graphic Design & UX for GIS
SUMMER ONLINE
XSAVI-700 Spatial Thinking, Data and Design Foundations (prerequisite)
XSAVI-702 Introduction to GIS (prerequisite)
XSAVI-805 Advanced GIS
XSAVI-810 Python for Geospatial
XSAVI 780 Interactive Web Mapping, Programming and Design I
XSAVI-755 Graphic Design & UX for GIS
FALL (LOCATION TBD)
XSAVI-700 Spatial Thinking, Data and Design Foundations (prerequisite)
XSAVI-702 Introduction to GIS (prerequisite)
XSAVI-805 Advanced GIS
XSAVI-810 Python for Geospatial
REGISTRATION
Deadline: 5 business days before each class starts.
Early registration is encouraged. After the deadlines, students may still be admitted only if virtual space remains in the selected course or program.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
A laptop or desktop computer with a reliable internet connection and camera
All students will be given access to the required digital tools through their Pratt Onekey account (e.g. GSuites, Slack, Adobe Suite, and Zoom). Pratt will use these online platforms to connect students with their faculty and it is the student’s responsibility to check that their region/computer is capable of supporting these various platforms and tools.
Questions? Contact prostudy@pratt.edu.