The Remote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis concentration in the Environmental Science major familiarizes students with scientific, agricultural, and environmental issues and prepares them to apply principles of remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) analysis to the study of the environment and global change. Graduates in the Remote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis concentration will have valuable skills to contribute to their work as researchers, planners, policy and development advisers, and mapmakers. This concentration is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in geosciences, geography, planning, or landscape architecture. Some of the job titles listed below may require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Consulting
- Risk assessment
- Research
- Policy analysis
- Development/planning
- Cartography
- Transportation
Sample Employers:
- Research institutes
- Consulting firms
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Government agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
- Planning/development firms
- Park and forest services
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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GIS Analyst
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$40,000 - $80,000
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GIS Specialist/Consultant
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$30,000 - $80,000
|
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Computer Cartographer
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$30,000 - $50,000
|
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Logistics Analyst
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$43,500 - $70,800
|
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Land Development Project Manager
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$40,000 - $50,000
|
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Environmental Planner
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$36,000 - $87,000
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Surveying Technician
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$18,782 - $29,972
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Environmental Technician
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$33,218 - $59,197
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Recreation Planner
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$30,000 - $50,000
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Range Manager
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$34,710 - $53,750
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Research Associate
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$21,000 - $61,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).