ASCE's Geographic Information Systems Certificate Program is designed for practicing engineers to develop in-demand skills used to manage GIS applications for infrastructure assets. You will be able to apply the fundamental concepts of GIS, including development of GIS applications, implementation of GIS data within existing networks, process improvement using geospatial analysis and proper maintenance and operation of spatial databases.
In these 12-week courses, you'll acquire sought-after skills that will help you excel in your current position or advance to a new one. You'll be taught from the unique insight and knowledge of a master's level instructor who is highly experienced in Geographic Information Systems.
Suggested Pre-Requisites
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Architecture or Construction
OR
- Experience working in either private or public agencies that manage infrastructure assets
How It Works
- 5 On-demand courses required to complete this certificate program
- Complete all 5 On-demand courses within 1 year of enrollment
- Earn a certificate of completion after all 5 courses are finished
You will be able to:
- Develop GIS programs for infrastructure asset management to satisfy organizational needs
- Design, manage, and maintain GIS program workflows
- Discuss steps and methodologies for evaluating asset management programs
- Develop a planning framework to guide the development of a new GIS asset management program
- Employ GIS applications to improve asset management operations
- Use conceptual hourly production costs to estimate costs of data collection
- Describe quantile classifications of asset data and uses for and challenges inherent in Boolean overlays
- Develop a spatial analysis framework, and use that framework to build specific geospatial analysis methods for particular applications
- Identify key elements and processes for development of spatial database
Perfect For
- Public Agency Engineers
- Public Agency Planners
- Consultant Engineers
- A/E Contractors
- GIS Analysts and Project Managers
Certificate Courses: (All 5 courses must be completed.)
Suggested Order of Completion
- Foundation for Using GIS For Infrastructure Asset Management
- Development of GIS Models for Asset Management
- Implementing Geographic Information Systems in Asset Management Agencies
- Geospatial Analysis and Asset Management Applications
- Develop, Maintain and Operate Asset Management Spatial Databases
Assessment of Learning Outcomes
Achievement of the learning objectives will be assessed through (3) exams in each course.
How to Earn your CEUs/PDHs and Receive Your Certificate of Completion
To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete (3) exams in each course and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on each exam for each course in the package within 1 year of the purchase date.
How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?
1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]
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