Domestic students
$2,385.41
total program cost
Advanced GIS Microcredential
Program at a glance
Credential
Microcredential Microcredentials are short, targeted programs that focus on specific skills needed by employers or communities. They are often industry-recognized and can help you enter the workforce quickly or continue your education.
Delivery mode
Distance Distance
Time commitment
Online Online
Duration
TBD
Program codes
- Code: MCAGIS
Cost
$2,385.41 total program cost Domestic students: $2,385 total program cost
Location
- Distance Full program offered in Distance
Available for
- Domestic students
Program features
TBD
Program overview
About the program
Elevate your GIS career with the Advanced GIS Microcredential, designed for those who have completed the GIS Essentials Microcredential. This program provides 135 hours of advanced training across four comprehensive courses, focusing on high-demand skills in GIS analysis, automation, and project management.
Through this microcredential, you’ll:
- Develop advanced geoprocessing techniques and real-world GIS analysis
- Automate GIS processes using scripting and specialized tools
- Analyze raster data to create effective GIS solutions
- Apply your skills in a project, creating a digital map and presentation
Our program has evolved - formerly known as the Advanced GIS Certificate, we now offer a suite of stackable microcredentials designed to provide greater flexibility and targeted learning. Start with the GIS Essentials Microcredential, then build your expertise with the Advanced GIS, 3D Modeling and Remote Sensing in GIS, and/or the GIS Database Management microcredentials. Tailor your education to your goals and industry needs!
Q1 What is the deadline to apply?
The application period ends when the program is full. It is strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid being waitlisted.
Q2 Is this an online program?
Yes, the entirety of the program is delivered online.
Q3 What are the tech requirements for the program?
Tech requirements can be found here.
Shelley Desautels, BA, Adv. Dip. GIS
Desautels has worked in the GIS industry for over 9 years and runs her own mapping and consulting firm. She has a Bachelor of Arts – Geography degree, plus an Advanced GIS Diploma from BCIT. Her favorite part of teaching the GIS Certificate Program is seeing the growth of her students from a basic understanding of GIS to a skill level that is fully ready to enter the work force by the end of the course.
Tammi Mills, B.Sc.
Mills completed her B.Sc. in Archaeology and Geography at the University of Lethbridge in 2009 with a concentration in GIS. She then continued on, earning a Master’s degree in Archaeology where she used the GIS to spatially analyze an archaeological site in southern Alberta. Tammi then went to work in the archaeological consulting field for over 10 years where the preferred mapping software was ESRI’s ArcGIS. Using her skills from university, Tammi was able to assist with large and small-scale mapping projects for clients. During her studies and while working in the consulting community, Tammi was also able to work with First Nation’s and indigenous communities in Northeastern British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. After taking a brief hiatus from the archaeological community, Tammi is excited to be continuing her education with a PhD in Remote Sensing at the University of Lethbridge. Her preliminary research will focus on the use of LIDAR, structure from motion and thermal imaging, and will be exploring the utility of these systems in identifying and surveying archaeological sites.
Building on skills acquired in the Geographic Information Systems Essentials Microcredential, learners will continue developing their Geographic Information Systems knowledge with this 135-hour microcredential. Courses will focus on performing and automating Geographic Information Systems geoprocessing; working with and analyzing raster data; scripting Geographic Information Systems processes; and include a project incorporating the skills and knowledge gained in this microcredential.
Tuition and fees
- Domestic students: $2,385 total program cost
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