PreGISP® Exam Blueprint: A WELL-ROUNDED EXAM For Graduates begining their careers.
The PreGISP Exam is designed to assess the foundational geospatial knowledge expected of individuals entering the geospatial profession. The exam is software- and vendor-agnostic and draws upon established geospatial bodies of knowledge and learning outcomes from geospatial education programs. The Blueprint identifies the knowledge areas assessed by the examination and the relative weight given to each area.
What Does the PreGISP Exam Measure?
The exam measures foundational knowledge across 14 knowledge areas. The exam is designed to assess broad understanding rather than mastery of a particular software package or platform.
Important: The PreGISP Exam is not designed to test professional experience. It assesses foundational knowledge that candidates may have developed through their academic coursework and preparation.
There is no Official PreGISP Study Guide
GISCI does not provide a traditional study guide for the PreGISP Exam. The reason is straightforward: the exam is designed to assess the foundational knowledge candidates have developed through their education. Instead, candidates should use the Exam Blueprint to:
- Understand what the exam covers.
- Review the relative weight of each knowledge area.
- Identify areas where additional learning may be useful.
- Discuss the Blueprint with instructors and mentors.
GISCI does not prescribe a particular curriculum, textbook, software platform, or teaching method.