Welcome to UCLA’s Certificate Program
in Geospatial Information Systems and Technology for 2009!

The UCLA Certificate in GIST provides basic and advanced training in the use and application of geographic information systems (GIS) and related technology. Designed to serve a broad and diverse audience, the program integrates interactive learning methods with practical concerns and real-world applications. Each of the three one-week workshops will be taught by UCLA faculty experts in geographic information systems and technology who have over 20 years of experience teaching and applying GIS in a variety of local, regional and global settings. The program will also serve as an excellent arena where relationships can be developed, experiences shared and professional networks developed.

Thank you for your interest in UCLA’s Certificate in GIST. This site contains information about:

• Certificate Workshops
• Program Faculty
• Application & Registration
• Visiting UCLA

We hope that the information provided here is informative and useful, and we look forward to your participation in the UCLA Certificate Program in Geospatial Information Systems & Technology. If you have any questions about the program, please feel free to contact us.

Michael E. Shin
Director, UCLA Certificate in GIST Program