Advanced Diploma in Geographic Information Systems

Assiniboine’s eight-month Geographic Information Systems (GIS) advanced diploma is a specialized technology program that focuses on techniques that allow users to capture, store, analyze, and present geographic data in user friendly interfaces such as interactive maps and dashboards. Graduates learn how to collect and analyze geographic data, create maps and visualizations, and use GIS technology to solve real-world problems across any industry. GIS has become an essential tool in a wide range of fields, including environmental management, urban planning, transportation, public safety, public health, and many others.
Program Learning Outcomes
Apply fundamental GIS concepts and tools to analyze and manage geospatial data.
Use GIS industry standard ESRI software to create maps, dashboards and other visualizations that effectively communicate spatial information to the public.
Interpret and analyze geospatial data using a variety of analytical techniques and methods so the data can be positioned in such a way as to tell a story to the intended audience.
Collect, process, troubleshoot and integrate geospatial data from multiple sources into a cohesive GIS project.
Career Opportunities - Surveying, Remote sensing, GIS, Cartography, Photogrammetry,Government

Two-year diploma or university degree.