Abstract
 Operation GIS: Cooperation = Graduation, Developing a GIS Workforce Track: Designing Curriculum & Degree Programs Author(s): Mike Wermuth, Jeth Fogg The U.S. Air Force Academy faculty learned the secret to successfully graduating a GIS skilled workforce. In 2004, we formed a GIS Working Group and were amazed by the wealth of resources hidden within various departments. We had computers, software, expertise, and funds. Unfortunately, we did not have a strategic plan to develop students who were proficient in GIS technologies. Cooperation now results in advancement of educational outcomes. This approach is also providing more funds for GIS research and closer relationships with outside organizations. Interested? Don't "reinvent the wheel." Learn how we educate GIS professionals (students and faculty) with our "start to finish" approach. We integrated across the Academy to develop a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary curriculum. See the positive synergistic outcome an integrated GIS solution brings to the academic environment and how it can translate into a more productive workforce. Mike Wermuth U.S. Air Force Academy Economics and Geography 2354 Fairchild Drive/Suite 6K140 USAF Academy , CO 80840 US Phone: 719.333.2557 E-mail: michael.wermuth@usafa.af.mil Jeth Fogg U.S. Air Force Academy Civil Engineering 2354 Fairchild Dr./Suite 6H161 USAF Academy , CO 80840 US Phone: 719.333.9191 E-mail: jeth.fogg@usafa.af.mil |
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