Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) synthesize spatial theory, methods and technologies to study and map geographic interrelationships, distributions, networks, temporal change and other spatially aware information to better understand and manage limited earth resources. 

Research technology and systems

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

A comprehensive system for managing and displaying spatial data, with an integrated set of tools for querying, analyzing and displaying that information. GIS technology continues to evolve rapidly and remains a field of enormous potential for those working and studying within the CSU system.  

Remote Sensing (RS) 

Analysis of the Earth's surface and interpretation of its features using imagery collected from both air and space based platforms. Image processing methods are used to interpret land cover patterns of vegetation, soil, land use and environmental systems. With an ever-expanding constellation of satellites orbiting the Earth, coupled with the rapid development of drone-based technologies, RS has become an essential tool for GI Scientists in the CSU. 

Cartography 

The art and science of making maps. An important methodological arena for geographic information scientists is communicating the results of studies. Cartographical theories and methods focus on information content, symbolization and design to effectively convey geographic meaning.