Geography, B.A. - Geospatial Applications Option
Millersville University's Geospatial Applications concentration offers a comprehensive program of study that emphasizes the acquisition of skills in geographic information systems (GIS), map use and interpretation, cartography and basic analytical skills. By focusing on the acquisition of practical geographic skills, this concentration aims to fuse together both the social and natural sciences in order to create a well-rounded educational program for students. Graduates of this program have the foundation for further academic study in disciplines addressing geographic, environmental and international issues, or for immediate use in professional fields such as planning, public policy, law and environmental management.
Geospatial Applications is available as concentration within the Geography major.
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Major in Geography
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HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF SUSTAINABILITY3 hours
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Human Geography
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ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATIONS3 hours
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Physical Geography
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ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNIQUES12 hours
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Maps and GIS
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Quantitative and Spatial Analysis
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GIS I: Vector Data Analysis
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GIS II: Raster Data Analysis
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POLICY AND LEADERSHIP3 hours
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Urban and Regional Planning
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CONCENTRATION IN GEOSPATIAL APPLICATIONS - See separate block
Total hours21 hours -
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Concentration in Geospatial Applications
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GEOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES COURSES - Choose 6 hours from:6 hours
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Any 28-level GEOG course(s)
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Any 29-level GEOG course(s)
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Any 38-level GEOG course(s)
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Any 39-level GEOG course(s)
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Note: This requirement may not be satisfied with GEOG 281.
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APPLIED GEOGRAPHY COURSES - Choose 6 hours from:6 hours
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Transportation Geography
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Water Resources Management
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Energy Sustainability
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Environmental Impact Assessmnt
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US Environmental Policy
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Climate And Society
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Glbl Envrnmtl Policy/Negotiatn
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REGIONAL DIMENSIONS - Choose 1 class from:
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Any 14-level GEOG course(s)
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Any 24-level GEOG course(s)
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Any 34-level GEOG course(s)
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Any 44-level GEOG course(s)
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GEOSPATIAL APPLICATIONS RESEARCH/PRACTICUM
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Co-Op in Geography or Senior Thesis - Choose 3 hours from:3 hours
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Co-Op Ed Experience in Geog
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Co-Op Ed Experience in Geog
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Co-Op Ed Experience in Geog
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Senior Thesis
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Departmental Honors
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ADDITIONAL REQUIRED GEOGRAPHY ELECTIVE
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Choose 1 class from:
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Any GEOG course(s)
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Note: This requirement may not be satisfied with GEOG 120, GEOG 230, GEOG 281, GEOG 292, GEOG 295, or GEOG 372.
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Any GEOG courses taken in excess of requirements will be listed here and count toward major GPA.
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Req Related for Geography, BA
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A MINOR IS REQUIRED
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Select a minor OTHER THAN Geography. Recommended minors with an environmental emphasis: Biology, Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography, Earth Science, Env Hazards & Emergency Mgmt, Env Policy & Regulation, Land Use, Water Resources Industrial and Environmental Health, Quantitative Methods in Env Science, Occupational Safety, Other relevant minors: Criminology, Government, International Studies, and Print Media Studies.
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REQUIRED RELATED COURSES
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Elements of Stat I or Survey of Statistics - Choose 1 of the following:3 hours
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Elements of Statistics 1
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Survey of Statistics
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Calculus for Management or Precalculus - Choose 1 of the following:4 hours
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Calculus for Management
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Precalculus
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Total hours7 hours -