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Geographic Information Systems
The GIS Laboratory is the technical hub for mapping and analysis at the
college. Established in 1987, the lab provides project support to
students, faculty and staff. Because the lab does not reside within a
specific department of the college, it serves the entire academic
program-a unique aspect of COA's lab compared to other colleges and
universities. COA's GIS program is founded on partnership-building,
training, research and service, allowing students to engage in a broad
range of projects while providing valuable assistance to local
communities and social and conservation organizations. Students often
work cooperatively with federal, state and local officials, as well as
with nonprofit organizations. The services offered by COA students are
real and valued. This approach to training and education prepares
students for jobs, internships and graduate work where holistic,
placed-based approaches to problem-solving are required. The GIS
Laboratory provides community access to a full range of
industry-standard software from Environmental Systems Research
Institute, ensuring that students are experienced in the most common
and current GIS technologies.
GIS Lab Contact:
Gordon Longsworth, glongsworth@coa.edu, 207-288-2944, extension 277
For more information about GIS as an industry, visit :
www.esri.com
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