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Geomatics in the Workplace - Advanced Certificate

The program provides an accessible mix of online, distributed, and lab-based geomatics instruction

for people who find it difficult to leave the workforce and study in a conventional full time or part time
enrolment model. This program will utilize the industry standard in GIS, GPS, satellite and LIDAR remote
sensing software, and UAV drone mission planning technology to match the growing need of knowledge
and experience requested by industry.

Interested applicants should see the Admission Requirements above or our website.

Note, applicants only need to submit a brief letter of intent to Admissions (no references required).
Also, applicants that can demonstrate good computer and/or GIS experience may be considered
without 60 post-secondary credits.

The courses being offered will provide transfer credit in the School of Environment and Geomatics
programs. Currently the employment outlook for graduates of GIS programs is excellent with
opportunities in natural resources, planning, health, and a range of other professional areas.

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GIS 491 - TECHNICAL PROJECT

Technical Project is the implementation of a project
as outlined and defined in Project Development.
Implementation will involve building the database,
conducting analysis with a variety of geoprocessing
tools and producing final products. This course
provides an opportunity for students to integrate
their knowledge of CAD, GIS, remote sensing and
databases to solve a specific problem.

GIS 492 - BGIS THESIS

Bachelor of Geographic Information Systems Thesis
involves the design and planning of an independent
research project, - Tasks include a literature review
of the background information, experimental

SEMESTER 1 WINTER

design, data acquisition and management, analysis,
and technical reporting (written, visual, and oral).

Course Name Credit Students will have the opportunity to apply geospatial
: : technology th d skills t | world project
GIS 302 Introduction to GIS Online 3 ec nology cory anes s areal wor PrO}eG
with an experienced supervisor. Course deliverables
GIS 306 Introduction to Remote Sensing using QGIS Online 3 will include a project proposal, a proposal poster
Total 6 presentation, four progress reports, a completed
geospatial product, a final thesis document, and
SEMESTER 2 SPRING a thesis defense seminar. This course is normally
Course Name Credit started in the fall with approval of the School Chair.
GIS 323 Introduction to Global Navigation Satelite Systems and On Campus 3 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Gis 390 and
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Co-op 307 (or 491 a5 an alternate to Co-op 307).
SEMESTER 3 FALL
Course Name Credit Contact
GIS 401 Introduction to LIDAR remote Sensing and Applications Online 3

GIS 435 - STATISTICS AND SPATIAL
DATA MANAGEMENT

Spatial statistics is a two part course that starts
with a review of essential statistical techniques

and secondly focuses on statistical approaches

use in spatial analyses. Emphasis will be placed on
integrating practical examples into course exercises
and projects. Basic statistical concepts of exploring
data, probability distributions, hypothesis testing,
one sample, two sample tests, regression, and
model building will be addressed using real data and
a variety of computer software. Students explore
geostatistical functions such as interpolation, point
pattern analysis, kernel density estimation, kriging
and trend surface analysis in the second part of

the course. A research project that includes spatial
analyses is completed as part of the course.

102 Selkirk College Academic Calendar 2019-20

SEG ADMISSIONS
Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21425
Direct: 250.365-1425

GIS 437 - EMERGING TRENDS IN GIS Email: seg@selkirk.ca

As the vast field of Geomatics and specifically GIS
changes and evolves on the technical level, new ways
to do things are continually being introduced. To stay
abreast of these important changes, Emerging Trends
in GIS will focus on exposing learners to practice

a variety of current, high-level and technical topics
with a focus on five main areas: ArcGIS Runtime and
customizing ArcGIS Desktop using Add-ins, Open
Source GIS, GIS in the Cloud, mobile applications,
and Augmented Reality. In addition, learners will be
exposed to integrating ArcGIS functionality within
Microsoft Office products, gaming, the incorporation
of time (4D) and a general reliance on Location Based
Services. Topics may change as industry demands.

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