Course Overview
Students will undertake a major independent project in a selected area of GIS technology, in consultation with industry/academic sponsors and faculty advisors. You will solve GIS technical problems, demonstrate thorough knowledge of your project topic, and present your GIS project results by writing a technical report and making an oral presentation to GIS industry standards.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
13.0
Domestic fees
$1,312.63
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student should be able to:
- Apply independent problem solving skills.
- Acquire new technical skills while solving GIS technical problems.
- Formulate a methodical approach to finding new information by using technical documentation, Internet resources, and peer consulting.
- Apply resources, data and personal organization techniques to manage a project.
- Use project logs, project milestones and project management software so you can stay on schedule and adapt to unexpected changes.
- Complete your proposed project and produce the stated deliverables for the project sponsor.
Effective as of Fall 2005
Related Programs
GIS Project (GIST 8125) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Geographic Information Systems
Advanced Diploma Full-time
- Geographic Information Systems
Advanced Diploma Part-time
- Geographic Information Systems
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of GIST 8125 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 85321
Dates
Jan 08 - Jun 18 Loading
- CRN 85321
- $1312.63 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Jun 18 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
24 weeks
Instructor
Mike Hill
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This course is for students who have recently completed GIST 7122 (or GIST 7120) and have an approval for practicum completion. Students need to receive approval to register for this course. To receive approval, please email your BCIT Student ID to gis@bcit.ca .
Confirmation
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Status
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