PROPOSAL FOR CHANGE IN PROGRAM
UNIVERSITY CURRICULUM COMMITTEE
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Wilmington, NC 28403
Type of program change proposed (check all that apply)
X
Establishment, dissolution, division, or consolidation of academic departments
or other degree-granting entities
Establishment, dissolution, or revision of academic degrees, including majors,
minors, and certificate programs
Policies for maximum and minimum hours required for majors, minors, and
certificates
Total number of hours required for graduation 
University-wide competency requirements (other than basic studies, oral
communication intensive, or computer competency)
Course prefixes
Curricular conflicts between schools and/or colleges
Other general curricular policies which have total university impact
Description of proposed program change:
The Geospatial Technologies Minor provides a multidisciplinary foundation for understanding spatial perspective
and developing spatial analysis skills. The Minor is appropriate for students interested in careers that utilize mapping
and geospatial technology tools in such disciplines as geography, geology, biology, ecology, natural resources
management, political science, business, engineering, computer science, information technology, sociology,
criminology, anthropology, epidemiology, and public health. Mapping spatial relationships between human and
environmental phenomena is critical to understanding contemporary issues and identifying successful strategies to
resolve complex problems. The minor in Geospatial Technologies is designed to help students develop critical
thinking and technology skills that will allow for careers in the rapidly expanding opportunities in the geospatial and
mapping sciences. Complementing their major field of study, an enhanced understanding of geospatial technology
will provide students with the necessary expertise to meet the demands of their diverse careers in the global
workplace.
List of attached documents for review:
Catalog text.
Proposal and justification
Signature of Department Chairperson:
Signature of Dean:
Action of the University Curriculum Committee:
Date:
Date:
Signature of the UCC Chairperson:
UCC Approved: 4/01
Date: