Geography Department

Geography Certificates of Accomplishment

• Geographic Information Systems Certificate of Accomplishment (PDF) - GIS is a computer-based database management system for capture, storage, retrieval, analysis, and display of spatial data. Students who complete this program will be better prepared to map data for decision-making in business, environmental protection, risk assessment, utility planning and management, emergency response, land use planning, transportation planning, delivery route planning, real estate, and crime prevention.
• Geography: Cultural Certificate of Accomplishment (PDF) - Signifies that students have received basic training in regional variations of the world, as well as human modification of the physical environment. Upon completion of this certificate students will have lab experience with map analysis, weather, and the earth’s landform features and will be educated in current theories of how different cultures use, abuse, or otherwise change the earth. This certificate provides an excellent background for careers in public policy and environmental impact.
• Geography: Physical Certificate of Accomplishment (PDF) - Awarded for studies in geology and related courses; emphasis is placed on human modification of the physical environment and ecology. Students explore weather and climate, land forms, soil, water quality, and environmental management. This certificate is a good foundation for students interested in environmental fields.

Additional Information

Review a sample listing of Courses in this area of study. Review academic requirements in the Catalog and in the Curriculum Guides. All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review academic program requirements and/or have questions answered.

Related Information at Ohlone

• Anthropology
• Biology
• Environmental Studies
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Geology
• Physical Science
• Social Science

Division

Science, Technology, and Engineering Division.