Global Positioning System (GPS) Technology Certificate
(approved by the Veterans Administration)

A revolution in the mapping and timing of the world is underway with the advent of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. GPS has altered forever the surveying, navigational and mapping professions, and has created new markets for GPS applications such as agriculture, construction, archaeology, biology and recreation. This comprehensive certificate examines the principles, techniques and applications of GPS.

This certificate is for those entering the GPS field who need a solid grounding in GPS technology and science and for those who wish to better understand new developments such as RTK, CORS and DGPS, and survey data adjustment methodologies. Courses are developed and taught by nationally recognized GPS experts. Using state-of-the-art equipment, participants develop expertise needed in a variety of professions, including land surveying, engineering, GIS data collection, biology, flood control, public works, geology, geophysics, census data collection, parks and recreation, land management and public safety.