A WELL-ROUNDED EXAM DEVELOPED For
Graduates as they begin their career.
The GISCI PreGISP program is a significant advancement in the geospatial profession, crafted to guide graduates as they begin their careers. The PreGISP exam is software-agnostic, ensuring broad applicability across various platforms, with its structure informed by the combined expertise of the GIS&T and EO4GEO Bodies of Knowledge. By drawing from the learning outcomes of GIS&T courses in the United States, the exam provides a comprehensive assessment that aligns with the educational experiences of graduates.
The determining of exam curriculum for the PreGISP Exam involved a detailed process. The exam blueprint was created by first identifying 521 knowledge, skills, and abilities from the GIS&T and EO4GEO Bodies of Knowledge. These elements were mapped to the learning outcomes from GIS&T syllabi submitted by instructors across the United States. The exam blueprint weights were calculated based on the frequency with which these knowledge areas appeared in the syllabi, reflecting the most commonly taught subjects. The result is a well-rounded exam that effectively assesses the foundational knowledge required for a successful career in the geospatial field.
There is no Study Guide
The PreGISP exam is designed to assess the knowledge you’ve gained during your education. Its blueprint is based on syllabi provided by your instructors and is continuously updated to reflect current teaching practices.
The key question, therefore, is not why study materials are unavailable, but rather: What does the pre-GISP exam cover, and how is the content weighted?
The exam evaluates 14 knowledge areas. How these concepts are introduced varies by institution, discipline (e.g., crime analysis, public health, landscape ecology), and department or program context.
Understanding Exam Blueprint Weights
Since course content and teaching methods differ, we recommend discussing the exam blueprint weights with your instructors. They can best advise on how their teaching materials align with the exam’s structure.
The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) does not accredit courses, prescribe curricula, or dictate how geospatial methods and technologies should be taught. Instead, we recognize that your instructors are the best resource for guiding you based on your academic background and program focus.