Geographic Information Systems Certificate
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) program provides learners with hands-on lessons and projects to acquire the abilities to become familiar with ArcGIS Pro software, ArcGIS Online and Web/Mobile Apps to utilize these technologies to plan, design, build, and maintain effective communication through mapping. Students obtain the skills necessary to prepare them for entry-level employment in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) fields.
Occupational Objective: Data Collection, GIS Technician and Cartographic Technician
Degree Requirements
Related Instruction Requirements
Core I
| Communications | 6 |
WRIT 101 | College Writing | 3 |
| Or | |
WRIT 104 | Workplace Communications | 3 |
Core II
| Mathematics | 3 |
M 111 | Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| Or | |
M 121 | College Algebra | 3 |
Core VII
| Computer Technology | 3 |
CAPP 131 | Basic Microsoft Office | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Program of Study Courses
Total Credit Hours: 33
Total Credit Hours: 33
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to design and create map layers and digital maps.
- Demonstrate and maintain effective communication through digital mapping techniques.
- Acquire the skills to collect data utilizing the ArcGIS mobile data collection Apps.
- Students will obtain the skills to pursue entry-level positions in the GIS Technician/Cartographic fields.