Master of Science in Integrated Scientific Applications – Geoinformatics Online

Rise to meet the need of highly skilled and advanced data scientists with deep expertise in geographical data. The MSISA – Geoinformatics online program primes you with up-to-date knowledge and skills in collecting, interpreting and analyzing data through modern advances.

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Program Overview

An overview of the online geoinformatics MSISA

The Master of Science in Integrated Science Applications – Geoinformatics is an advanced online program that provides you with a deep background in the analysis of complex geographical data. The program combines rigorous study of advanced scientific tools with a focus on business knowledge and leadership skills.

As a graduate student, you will be immersed in hands-on learning as you gain cross-disciplinary expertise through real-world projects that involve collaboration with faculty and peers. You will obtain skills in remote sensing, data management, GIS and image analysis while learning how to apply them within a business context through the geoinformatics specialization.

The online geoinformatics master’s in integrated scientific applications program is ideal if you have a strong science background and are curious about cutting-edge technologies and analysis. Those who aspire to leadership positions will also find this program intriguing because of its emphasis on business knowledge and skills. Throughout your studies, you will research and apply data analysis; however, a thesis will not be required for graduation.

Learning outcomes:

  • Acquire an understanding of the contemporary issues in geoinformatics and the complexities of Earth systems
  • Demonstrate an understanding of data structures and metadata
  • Gain technical proficiency in the use of geospatial information systems applications for analysis, visualization, and interpretation of data
  • Appreciate the richness of discovery through semantic ontologies and scientific data mining; develop simple computer-based algorithms for mining databases
  • Understand the theory and operational/practical aspects of remote sensing; employ the use of remote sensing and Earth image processing
+Learning outcomes:
  • Acquire an understanding of the contemporary issues in geoinformatics and the complexities of Earth systems
  • Demonstrate an understanding of data structures and metadata
  • Gain technical proficiency in the use of geospatial information systems applications for analysis, visualization, and interpretation of data
  • Appreciate the richness of discovery through semantic ontologies and scientific data mining; develop simple computer-based algorithms for mining databases
  • Understand the theory and operational/practical aspects of remote sensing; employ the use of remote sensing and Earth image processing

Geoinformatics career opportunities:

  • Data Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Research Technician
  • GIS Environmental Analyst
  • Database Administrator (Public/Private and Nonprofit)
+Geoinformatics career opportunities:
  • Data Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Research Technician
  • GIS Environmental Analyst
  • Database Administrator (Public/Private and Nonprofit)

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Millersville University offers a variety of MSISA programs in a flexible online format. Explore our full range of online MSISA programs.

$18,150* Total Tuition
As few as 11 months Duration
30 Credit Hours
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Tuition

Education worth the investment: MSISA – Geoinformatics

Millersville University offers accessible and affordable online MSISA programs. Take advantage of affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition for our MS in Integrated Scientific Applications – Geoinformatic online program.

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Program Per Credit Hour Per Course Per Program*
MSISA – Geoinformatics $605 $1,815 $18,150
*Tuition listed is total cost for in-state resident including fees. Total cost for out-of-state resident with fees is $21,082.50. Total cost excludes application fee. Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time; changes become effective on the date of enactment.

Tuition breakdown:

$18,150* Total Tuition
$605 Per Credit Hour

Calendar

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Millersville online programs are flexible and convenient, offering multiple start dates per year. View the calendar to choose your start date and review the corresponding deadlines.

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7-week coursesProgram Start DateApplication DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlinePayment Due
Fall 18/26/248/16/248/20/248/26/248/26/24
Fall 210/21/2410/11/2410/15/2410/21/2410/21/24
Spring 11/21/251/10/251/14/251/21/251/21/25
Spring 23/17/253/7/253/11/253/17/253/17/25

The course drop deadline is two days after each term start. Make sure to have any course adjustments made prior to that deadline.

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Admissions

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Review our streamlined admission process for this online MSISA program. Requirements for the MS in Integrated Scientific Applications – Geoinformatics online program include:

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  • Complete the online application and submit application fee(s)
  • Official transcript(s) from all previous colleges or universities attended
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Strongly preferred that undergraduate degree is in science
  • Undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
  • If GPA is less than 3.0, applicants must submit GRE, GMAT or MAT scores
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • One statement of purpose on why you are interested in the ISA field (will also be used to assess writing skills)

*Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time; changes become effective on the date of enactment.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA
  • Letters of recommendation

Courses

The MS in Integrated Scientific Applications – Geoinformatics offers rigorous yet flexible study

Students in the MS in Integrated Scientific Applications – Geoinformatics online program must complete a total of 36 credit hours. Required coursework includes 8 core courses (24 hours) and 4 concentration courses (12 hours).

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Students must take the following courses.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Survey of statistical methods used in research, education, behavioral science and biomedical applications. Experimental designs discussed regarding advantages, disadvantages, sampling problems and analysis. Regression and analysis of variance. Prereq: An elementary probability or statistics course.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Examines positioning, design and operating decisions and their interrelationships in the context of the overall competitive strategy of the firm. The international dimensions of operations management, as well as the are stressed. Topics include operations strategy, quality management, product and service design, process design, capacity planning, facilities layout, design of work systems, location planning, total quality control, aggregate planning, independent demand inventory system, push-and-pull systems, enterprise resources planning, supply chain management, and scheduling. Distance-learning format. relationships of operations management to other functional areas.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Capstone seminar in the formulation and administration of organizational planning and policy. The student is expected to utilize, integrate and apply the theories, concepts, principles and techniques relevant to business problems and situations. Uses case studies, course projects, library research, field research, group decision making, role-playing, simulations and other strategic planning and management process exercises. Emphasizes the global nature of business and utilizes technology to coordinate the activities of the group efforts. Prereq: demonstrated proficiency in general business concepts at the introductory level through job experiences or coursework. Distance learning format.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Microeconomic theory applied to the problems of pollution control, sustainability, and valuation of environmental goods and services. Topics include economic efficiency, externalities, public goods, benefit-cost analysis and environmental policy. Content includes economic theory, critical analysis, and problem solving applied to applications of economic efficiency, welfare analysis, and optimal pollution abatement policy.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The science professional must manage writing demands for different purposes including reporting to colleagues and stakeholders, preparing and justifying budgets, writing grant applications, advocating policy positions, and communicating with the public. Students will develop rhetorical approaches that identify ways to best address their purpose and their audience.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Core concepts in geospatial information and the tools and technologies employed to access, manipulate, analyze, and display geographic data. Topics include geographic information systems, remote sensing, global positional systems, cartography, spatial science ethics, and crowdsourcing of geographic data.
Students must take all of the following courses.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Analytical methods and tools, including programming, machine learning, and deep learning techniques, to improve suitability analyses, predictive modeling, space-time pattern and data mining, and object detection. Pre-requisite: ISCA 591 or MATH 535
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Geoinformatics and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) theory and methodology to address geographic problems. Combines understanding of geographic data and research with experience in data acquisition, digital mapping, geographic databases, and spatial analysis. Focus on the vector data model. Pre-requisite: ISCA 591
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Applied course that addresses special topics in Geoinformatics. Students will work with the instructor to identify one or more geoinformatics projects relevant to student interest, current events, and/or technology developments in geoinformatics. Issues include project planning, management, and evaluation. Pre-requisite: ISCA 585 or 595 or 662.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course develops on a basic understanding of remote sensing concepts and systems followed by the interpretation of images and their application to a range of disciplines including the Earth, Atmosphere, and the Oceans. Topics include Geodetic datum, understanding heights and vertical datum, geodetic surveying and mapping, map projections, data structures and data visualization, image processing, classification and image transforms. The application of geospatial tools and software to solve problems to both natural and human induced climate changes. 3 hrs. lecture. 2 hours lab. Offered in Spring. Online Asynchronous. Prerequisite: Advanced Undergraduate Courses in MATH and PHYSICS

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