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.
Catalog Term Year: 2026 Spring
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
ESC-106
Introduction to Geographic Info Systems 
ESC-106
Introduction to 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 like coordinate systems, map projections, symbology/data classification, spatial analysis and map layouts (cartography).

Course Outline
OR
GIS-090
Introduction to Geospatial Technology 
GIS-090
Introduction to Geospatial Technology
Introduction to basic Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts, using the ArcGIS-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
4.0
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Career Elective 
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Career Elective


2.0

Semester Totals
6.0
Second Semester
CET-065
Data Collection for GIS Mapping 
CET-065
Data Collection for 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
2.0
ESC-114
Adv Geographic Info Systems 
ESC-114
Adv Geographic Info Systems
This course provides an introduction to advanced applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using ArcGIS and ArcPro. Focus will be placed on technician level issues associated with data capture and accuracy associated with developing accurate information for geodatabase development with editing and database design.

Course Outline
OR
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
3.0
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
OR
SOS-100
Maps and Spatial Analysis 
SOS-100
Maps and Spatial Analysis
Course goals are threefold: to help you think spatially, analytically and critically; to help you become a better problem solver using maps; and to teach you to use maps and spatial analysis to understand geographic problems.

Course Outline
3.0

Semester Totals
8.0
Summer Term
GIS-095
Geospatial Technology Internship 
GIS-095
Geospatial Technology 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
OR
CET-075
Supervised Occupational Exp 
CET-075
Supervised Occupational Exp
Enables the student to gain on the job experience in Civil Engineering Technology during the summer session.

Course Outline
3.0

Semester Totals
3.0

Total Program Hours

17.0
Suggested Electives
CIS-160
Practical Software Applications 
CIS-160
Practical Software Applications
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
CIS-156
Computer Logic 
CIS-156
Computer Logic
This course is an introduction to basic computer programming terms and concepts. JavaScript is used to illustrate variables, conditional statements, functions, loops and arrays. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
3.0
CIS-068
Computer Appl-Special Topics 
CIS-068
Computer Appl-Special Topics
Familiarizes the student with a word processing package and a spreadsheet package with emphasis on special topics pertinent to the student population. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
2.0