Environmental Geospatial Information Science Technician
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The EHS-Environmental Geospatial Information Science Technician (ENV GIS TECH) Associate of Applied Science degree provides students with a foundation in the natural sciences and a firm understanding of geographic information systems (GIS). Students will complete courses in chemistry, soils, water resources and environmental science while developing skills in mapping and geospatial data management. General Education requirements are designed to encourage students to develop critical and creative thinking, computation, communication and technology skills. The geospatial thinking component of the program helps students develop the skills to effectively collect, map, manage, and analyze data. The foundation gained from this program will prepare students to address and mitigate complex environmental problems. Employment opportunities in this field are vast and include the energy industry, state government, and federal agencies such as the Bureau of Land Management and the National Parks.
| Course Number | Course |
Credits |
| BIOL 1080 | Intro to Environmental Science |
4 credits |
| CHEM 1000 | Intro to Chemistry |
4 credits |
| CMAP 1200 | Computer Information Systems |
3 credits |
| CPED 1000 OR ENR 2050 |
Co-Op Work Experience I OR Environmental Field Methods |
3 credits |
| EHS 2500 | Environmental Compliance Technology |
3 credits |
| ENGL 2002 | Technical Writing |
3 credits |
| ENR 2040 | Environmental Regulatory Agencies |
1 credit |
| ENR 2425 | Mountain Environments |
4 credits |
| GEOG 2310 | Intro to Geographic Information Systems |
4 credits |
| GEOG 2410 | Advanced Geographic Information Systems |
4 credits |
| GEOG 2110 OR GEOG 2140 |
Techniques in Cartography OR Remote Sensing |
4 credits |
| GEOG 2135 | Applied GPS for GIS |
3 credits |
| GEOG 1200 | Geospatial Foundations |
4 credits |
| MATH 1000 | Problem Solving |
3 credits |
| PEAC 2025 | Wilderness Navigation |
1 credit |
| REWM 1300 | Intro to Water Resources |
3 credits |
| SOIL 2010 | Introduction to Soil Science |
4 credits |
General Education requirements provide students a general knowledge to help them complete a degree at CWC.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Writing Level I | 3 |
| American & Wyoming Government | 3 |
| University Studies | 1 |
CERTIFICATES
The EHS Environmental GIS Technician certificate combines hands-on training in field methods and mapping with classroom instruction in environmental science. Students will exit the program with a firm foundation in the field of environmental technology and will enter the professional realm with improved technical skills and a stronger academic background. All of the courses included in the certificate program will count towards completion of an AAS in Environmental Health and Safety – Environmental GIS Technician track.
Program Requirements
| Course Number | Course |
Credits |
| BIOL 1080 | Intro to Environmental Science |
4 credits |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1200 OR ENGL 2002 |
Computer Information Systems OR Technical Writing |
3 credits |
| ENR 2040 | Environmental Regulatory Agencies |
1 credit |
| ENR 2050 | Environmental Field Methods |
3 credits |
| GEOG 2310 | Intro to Geographic Information Systems |
4 credits |
| GEOG 2110 OR GEOG 1200 |
Techniques in Cartography OR Geospatial Foundations |
4 credits |
| MATH 1000 | Problem Solving |
3 credits |
| PEAC 2025 | Wilderness Navigation |
1 credit |
General Education Requirements
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| University Studies | 1 credit |
Total Credit Hours: 31
The EHS Expedition Science Cert II combines hands-on training in environmental and archaeological field and research skills, with techniques in outdoor leadership and geospatial information science and technology (GIST). The student will learn how to map and present environmental, archaeological, and recreation-related data, and will apply mapping skills to field and wilderness-based research expeditions. The student will exit the Expedition Science Certificate II program with a firm introduction to the fields of environmental and geospatial science, and new leadership and presentation skills. Depending on course selection, the student may opt to participate in summer-long fieldwork in Archaeology and/or internships in other realms. Courses from the EHS Expedition Science certificate program can be applied towards completion of either an Associate of Science in Expedition Science and/or towards the AAS in EHS-Environmental Geospatial Information Science and Tech (ENV GIS TECH).
Program Requirements
Choose at least eighteen (18) credits from the following:
| Course Number | Course |
Credits |
| ANTH 1210 | Climate Change and the Human Experience |
3 credits |
| ANTH 1300 | Intro to Archaeology |
3 credits |
| ANTH 2020 | Material Culture Studies |
3 credits |
| BIOL 1080 | Intro to Environmental Science |
4 credits |
| CPED 1000 | Co-Op Work Experience I: |
3 credits |
| EDUC 1055 | Introduction to Outdoor Education |
3 credits |
| EDUC 2470 | Outdoor Education Practicum |
4 credits |
| ENR 2040 | Environmental Regulatory Agencies |
1 credit |
| ENR 2050 | Environmental Field Methods |
3 credits |
| ENR 2425 | Mountain Environments |
4 credits |
| GEOG 1020 | Intro to Human Geography |
3 credits |
| G&R 2020 | Mountaineering OR Wilderness Backpacking |
1 - 5 credits |
| G&R 2030 | Wilderness Backpacking: |
1 - 5 credits |
| G&R 2031 | Combined Expeditions: |
1 - 5 credits |
| GEOG 2310 | Intro to Geographic Information Systems |
4 credits |
| GEOG 2410 | Advanced Geographic Information Systems |
4 credits |
| GEOG 2110 | Techniques in Cartography |
4 credits |
| GEOG 1200 | Geospatial Foundations |
4 credits |
| GEOL 1070 | The Earth: Its Physical Environment |
4 credits |
| ASTR 1070 | The Earth: Its Physical Environment |
4 credits |
| HLED 2010 | Wilderness First Responder |
4 credits |
| MDIA 2200 | Electronic Media Production |
3 credits |
| Not Applicable | Any NOLS Wilderness Course |
1-5 credits |
| PEAC 1380 | Outdoor Multi-Sport |
1 - 3 credits |
| PEAC 2025 | Wilderness Navigation |
1 credit |
Total Credit Hours: 18
If you have an interest in anthropology, environmental science, geospatial information systems technology (GIST), or outdoor education you can begin your studies and career on top of the Rocky Mountains as part of the Alpine Science Institute at Central Wyoming College.
Get to know your instructors!
Jacki Klancher
Professor of Environmental Science and Health; Director of Instruction and Research at the Alpine Science Institute; AgricultureJacki Klancher has been an educator for more than 20 years. Originally from Patricia, Alberta Canada, Klancher has been at CWC for more than 10 years as a professor and she was integral in launching the Interdisciplinary Climate Change Expedition. This undergraduate research program has allowed her to integrate the classroom component of the EHS Environmental GIST and Expedition Science programs with wilderness travel and adventure.