Tech-driven, data-oriented, and often artful in its presentation, the field of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) encompasses the studies of geography and real-time information. With training in computer mapping and an emphasis on analyzing information, students of COCC's GIS and Geospatial Science program learn how to capture, interpret and display geographic data from the world around them. Instructors with industry experience teach the latest technology offerings — ranging from drones to web mapping — in both the Associate of Applied Science degree and one-year certificate programs, equipping students for diverse, well-paying careers that include urban planning, public health, forestry, trail mapping, academic research, historic preservation, and real estate. Students pursuing the Associate of Science in Geospatial Science will be prepared to transfer into Oregon State University's bachelor's degree program.

"It was clear that every teacher definitely loves what they do"- Levi Roberts, GIS毕业生，Crook县GIS经理。

“他们对工作的热情一直激励着我，”校友李维•罗伯茨(Levi Roberts)在回忆COCC的导师时表示。“很明显，每个老师都热爱自己的工作。”现在，罗伯茨是克鲁克县的地理信息系统经理，他的工作范围从绘制艾草松鸡栖息地的地图到为交通计划合并数据，罗伯茨继续感受到同样的热情。“在我的职业生涯中，我看到了和其他GIS专业人员一样的激情。”

GIS的全部功能是将实时事件转换为现实世界的数据，从而支持跨行业的决策者。COCC的GIS程序是理想的计算机和技术爱好者，游戏玩家，户外类型，视觉故事讲述者，和专业人士希望增加技能集。

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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provides students with a way to understand the world. By learning computer-mapping science and technology, students will be able to apply these concepts and skills to fields such as environmental science, urban and regional planning, utilities management, and natural resources.

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