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Academic Program Model
Academic Program Model
Geospatial Technology (NDP.GIS)
The Geospatial certificate program will provide students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to develop and manage Geographic Information projects and to interpret and implement GIS as a decision support system. This certificate will enable students 1) to develop substantial theoretical and practical competencies relating to GIS; 2) develop foundational understanding and skills in the use of industry standard software; and 3) be able to demonstrate to employers the ability to perform GIS tasks at the technician level.
Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
CET-065
Data Collection GIS Mapping
CET-065
Data Collection GIS Mapping
This class is designed to familiarize students with the theory of the global positioning system and data collection methods associated with geographic information systems.
Course Outline
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2.0
ESC-106
Intro Geographic Info Systems
ESC-106
Intro Geographic Info Systems
Introduction to basic Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts, using the ArcView GIS software program. Course will focus on developing both a theoretical background in the technology and real world applications using GIS techniques.
Course Outline
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4.0
GEO-140
World Geography
GEO-140
World Geography
This course is about the world's great realms, surveyed and discussed in geographic perspective. It links human society and culture to the world's natural environment and climates.
Course Outline
3.0
Semester Totals
9.0
Second Semester
GIS-091
Advanced GIS
GIS-091
Advanced GIS
This course provides an introduction to advanced applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using ArcView and ArcInfo. Focus will be placed on technician level issues associated with data capture and accuracy associated with developing accurate information for geodatabase development.
Course Outline
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OR
ESC-114
Advanced Vector GIS
ESC-114
Advanced Vector GIS
This course provides an introduction to advanced applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using ArcView and ArcInfo. Focus will be placed on technician level issues associated with data capture and accuracy associated with developing accurate information for geodatabase development.
Course Outline
3.0
CIS ---
Information Technology Elective
CIS ---
Information Technology Elective
No Description Available
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2.0
Semester Totals
5.0
Summer Term
GIS-095
Geospatial Tech Internship
GIS-095
Geospatial Tech Internship
A directed field study program whereby students will apply classroom instruction to real-world Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects in the community. Students should complete GIS-090 and GIS-091 and arrange for an advisor prior to enrolling in an internship.
Course Outline
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3.0
Semester Totals
3.0
Total Program Hours
17.0
Suggested Electives
CAD ---
Computer Aided Drafting Elective
CAD ---
Computer Aided Drafting Elective
No Description Available
1.0-3.00000
CIS-052
Visual Basic
CIS-052
Visual Basic
Continuation of fundamentals of programming including selection,iteration, and condition structures. Introduction to graphical interface(s) and object-oriented, event-driven applications requiring the use of events, arrays, classes, inheritance, file handling, error handling and more. Also includes ASP.NET applications and ADO.NET applications. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
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4.0
CIS-095
Database Management
CIS-095
Database Management
This course covers relational database principles from design to implementation. Students will learn proper database design principles and SQL (Structured Query Language). (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
3.0
CIS-156
Computer Logic
CIS-156
Computer Logic
This course is an introduction to basic computer programming terms and concepts. Basic programming principles are explored using JavaScript, including variables, conditional statements, functions, repetition structures and arrays. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
3.0
CIS-160
Practical Software Application
CIS-160
Practical Software Application
Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
3.0
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