Free GIS Software Users/Developers,<br>
<br>
I have noticed that most academic or certificate programs in the United
States focus on commercial GIS software, and are very expensive. I was
curious if there are others interested in establishing an
"apprenticeship" program that would result in a certificate for
participants regardless of their financial status. This certificate
would be equivalent to a 2-year college degree. <br>
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The apprenticeship program would involve on-line education, testing,
and internships with volunteer projects. Each student would be assigned
a "mentor" that would guide them through the program.<br>
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The apprenticeship program would focus, not on commercial software, but
open technology and open standards. It would also focus, not on the
professional setting of one nation or region, but strive to establish
global acedmic standards for GIS.<br>
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If you are interested in such a program, please contact me at:<br>
<br>
<a href="mailto:sunburned.surveyor@gmail.com">sunburned.surveyor@gmail.com</a><br>
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Respectfully,<br>
<br>
The Sunburned Surveyor<br>