CIP Code 45.0702 - Geographic Information Science and Cartography

CIP 2020 · 6-digit program · National Center for Education Statistics

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CIP 2020 6-digit program. Official National Center for Education Statistics classification.

Key facts for CIP 45.0702

Code
45.0702
Level
6-digit program, CIP 2020
Official title
Geographic Information Science and Cartography
2-digit series
45 Social Sciences
STEM
Yes, on the DHS STEM list used here
IPEDS
Valid for completions reporting

Definition

National Center for Education Statistics, CIP 2020.

A program that focuses on the systematic study of map-making and the application of mathematical, computer, and other techniques to the analysis of large amounts of geographic data and the science of mapping geographic information. Includes instruction in cartographic theory and map projections, computer-assisted cartography, geographic information systems, map design and layout, photogrammetry, air photo interpretation, remote sensing, spatial analysis, geodesy, cartographic editing, and applications to specific industrial, commercial, research, and governmental mapping problems.

Classification scope

Examples

Common catalog titles. Not a complete list of college major names.

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Spatial Analysis
  • Geomatics
  • Remote Sensing

Classified elsewhere

NCES cross-references. This work belongs in another CIP code.

Where CIP 45.0702 sits in the hierarchy

2-digit series 45 Social Sciences 4-digit series Direct parent 45.07 Geography and Cartography
6-digit program Current 45.0702 Geographic Information Science and Cartography

Related programs in 45.07

2 official

Other 6-digit programs in this 4-digit series.

CIP classifies programs. Occupations are linked through the NCES and BLS CIP to SOC crosswalk. Industries are NAICS sectors from the BLS occupation-by-industry table for those occupations. This is not a placement rate, and it is not a direct CIP to NAICS or CIP to SIC crosswalk.

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Using CIP 45.0702

What is CIP Code 45.0702?

CIP Code 45.0702 is the CIP 2020 6-digit program Geographic Information Science and Cartography.

Is CIP Code 45.0702 a STEM-designated program?

Yes. CIP Code 45.0702 is on the DHS STEM designated degree program list used on this site.

Sources for CIP 45.0702

  • Official classification source National Center for Education Statistics. Classification of Instructional Programs, CIP 2020. NCES CIP 2020
  • Occupation crosswalk NCES and BLS CIP 2020 to SOC 2018 crosswalk.

Published by SICCODE.com. The title, definition, examples, and cross-references are the NCES CIP 2020 text. STEM marks use the DHS STEM designated degree program list, archived July 12, 2023.