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Abstract
An Analysis of the Necessity of a GIS CertificationTrack: Geographic Information Officer
Author(s): Trisha Wildey Brush
The phenomenal boom in the myriad uses for geographic information systems within the last five to six years has resulted in a quality control problem. Many GIS data is of poor or questionable accuracy. Thus, there is an ongoing debate in GIS circles that focuses on whether or not GIS professionals should be certified. Part of this discussion includes the necessity for establishing GIS professional standards and GIS as a profession. Therefore, determining the importance of a certification program for GIS professionals is timely and relevant.
Trisha Wildey Brush
Miami County, Kansas
201 S. Pearl St.
Suite 201
Paola, KS 66071
USA
Phone: (913)294-9531
Fax: (913)294-9531
E-mail: limo@micoks.net