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Certification
Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)
GIS Certification Institute
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Cost
$200
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Completion
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A GISP® is a designation awarded to a certified geographic information systems (GIS) professional that provides him/her a professional distinction in the GIS profession.
Apply conceptual foundations including datums, coordinate systems, projections, and earth geometry in a GIS contextApply geospatial data fundamentals including spatial data models, data quality, resolution, metadata, and spatial data standardsApply cartography and visualization principles including map design, graphic representation, and 2D and 3D visualizationAcquire geospatial data using digitization, field collection, automated methods, remote sensing, and crowdsourced sourcesManipulate spatial data through georeferencing, format conversion, generalization, and data integrationApply analytical methods including spatial queries, data classification, map algebra, and spatial statisticsDesign and manage geospatial databases including database relationships, design, administration, and data securityApply application development knowledge including data transfer protocols, coding, scripting, and basic development methodsDesign and manage GIS systems including systems architecture, application security, and emerging geospatial technology trendsApply professional practice standards including GIS policies and procedures, project documentation, and communication of GIS work