The Geographic Information Systems Task Force is a broad, multidisciplinary, collaborative enterprise that engages the University’s scientists, geologies, information specialist. Members of the Center possess expertise in geograpic software, information technology, surveying, and global positioning systems. The Center synthesizes efforts in place in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, and the Schools of Engineering, Information Sciences, Law, and Medicine. Research, education, and training are the foundation of this enterprise.

GIS Day

GIS Day Pittsburgh November 17th
GIS showcase at the Carnegie Science Center
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Academic Programs

Geology and Planetary Science (G&PS) Department - Professional Science Masters
School of Information Science - Geoinformatics Specialization
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Research

Geology and Planetary Science (G&PS) Department
Visual Information Systems Center
Geoinformatics Laboratory
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People

Dr. William Harbert - Pro-M.S. Co-Director
Louise Comfort - Graduate School of Public and International Affairs
Dr. Steven Hirtle - School of Information Science
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Contacts Us: phone 412-624-8291 - fax 412-624-3006 - email gis@pitt.edu
Hosted by the Visual Information Systems Center - phone 412-624-9410 - email VISC@mail.sis.pitt.edu