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Geospatial Technology, A.A.S. (A40220)


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These curriculums are designed to prepare students through the study and application of principles from mathematics, natural sciences, and technology and applied processes based on these subjects.

Course work includes mathematics, natural sciences, engineering sciences and technology.

Graduates should qualify to obtain occupations such as technical service providers, process improvement technicians, engineering technicians, construction technicians, industrial and technology managers, or research technicians.

Geospatial Technology is a course of study that prepares students to use technical skills and advanced computer hardware and software for programming, database management and internet applications using geographic data and geographic information systems. Includes instruction in mathematics, computer-assisted cartography, geographic information systems, map design and layout, photogrammetry, air photo interpretation, remote sensing, spatial analysis, geodesy, cartographic editing, global navigation satellite system technology and applications to specific industrial, commercial, research, and governmental mapping problems. Graduates should find employment as field technicians or as database and mapping assistants.

Spring - 2nd Semester


Summer - 3rd Semester


Spring - 5th Semester


Elective Courses


Behavioral/Social Sciences Elective


3 credit hours

  • Select 3 SHC from the following list of courses: 

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective


3 credit hours

  • Select 3 SHC from the following courses:  ENG 231 , ENG 232 , or any of the following prefixes: ART, DRA, HUM, MUS, PHI, or REL.

Total Semester Hours Credit 67


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