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Sep 18, 2024
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2024-2025 General Catalog [Current]
Geospatial Science (B.S.)
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Program Summary
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Geospatial Science program provides students with the interdisciplinary knowledge, skills, and abilities that integrate the physical and social sciences through its study of the interconnections between people, places, and environments using a uniquely spatial perspective. The Geospatial Science program highlights the importance of location and place (i.e., context) that exists at the intersection of contemporary social, economic, and environmental issues, while providing the flexibility for students to focus on their interests. The Geospatial Science program allows students to develop a valuable set of spatial reasoning and spatial analysis skills using a wide array of geospatial technologies (e.g., GIS, GPS, cartography, and remote sensing) that will prepare graduates to succeed in a wide variety of careers in public and private sectors. The program also provides students a foundation upon which to pursue advanced education in Geospatial Science or a closely related field of study.
Program Information
- All courses must be passed with a “C” (2.0) or better to be counted in the major.
- Some of the requirements fulfilled at other institutions may transfer to SUU and count toward the major with the approval of the Department Chair.
- A minimum of 18 credit hours, including the capstone project, must be completed at SUU.
- Some courses are taught every other year or as needed. Consult your Student Success Advisor for scheduling help.
- Courses may not be repeated more than two (2) times without instructor approval.
- Credits over 10 years old may not be accepted for use in the major.
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General Education Requirement (30-35 Credits)
See General Education for course options.
- Core Course Requirements (12-15 Credits)
- Breadth Area Requirements (16-20 Credits)
Please note: All students must complete a minimum of 30 credits between the Core and Breadth Area requirements.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree Requirement (12 Credits*)
- Bachelor of Science Degree - Math or Science minimum requirement 12 Credits
* Note: A portion of the B.S. requirements may be met by fulfilling the General Education Core and Breadth Areas. Because of this, these credits are typically not counted in the degree total at the bottom of page. Some students majoring in non-science fields may need additional math/science courses to reach the minimum 12 credits. Consult your Student Success Advisor for details.
Geospatial Science Curriculum (57 Credits)
Geospatial Science Foundation Course (3 Credits)
Complete one of the following (either GEOG 1300 or GEOG 1400 can be used toward the General Education Social & Behavioral Science requirement; ENVS 1000 can be used toward the General Education Physical Sciences requirement):
Geospatial Science Core (36 Credits)
Complete Two of the Following
Geospatial Science Electives (18 Credits)
Complete 18 credits from the following:
Uncrewed Aircraft Operator Certificate Courses
Engineering Technology - Civil Drafting/CAD Certificate Courses
Computer Science Certificate Courses
Natural Resources Courses
Humanities and Social Science Courses
Note
** These courses require additional prerequisites not listed in the program requirements or electives.
Free Electives (21-35 Credits)
Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. For a bachelor’s degree, students must earn a minimum of 40 upper-division credits (courses numbered 3000-4999). Students may need to select additional upper-division courses not included in their major requirements in order to reach this minimum. Please consult your Student Success Advisor for details.
Total Credits, B.S. Degree: 120
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of the physical and natural world.
- Demonstrate integrative learning through teamwork, information gathering, problem solving, inquiry, and analysis.
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate creative and critical thinking skills.
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