GeoSpatial Technologies, Diploma or AAS Degree
The demand for new employees in GPS, GIS, UAS and geospatial mapping and data management is expanding in many industries. A skilled workforce to support the growing industry of mapping technology is needed. This one-year program includes courses in computers, GPS (Global Positioning Systems), data collection, CAD, GIS (Geographic Information Systems) applications, UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems). Combining aspects of engineering, business, agriculture, remote sensing, energy, and technology, this program will meet current and future industry needs.
Career opportunities will include positions like GPS technician, survey technician, drone operator, field technician, UAS manager, mapping technician, GIS specialist and more. Knowledge of this equipment and data is vital to people in mining; oil and gas extraction; utilities and communication; construction; manufacturing; transportation; land, water and wildlife management; and personnel who work with data transfer and map production.
Students in this program may combine one year of GeoSpatial Technologies with one year of Heating and Cooling Technology; Natural Gas Technology; or Power Line Construction and Maintenance, and with additional general education courses, will earn an AAS degree.
Note: Students in this program are required to purchase a laptop computer from MTI. The laptop will have the necessary software installed and will be serviced free of charge while the student is attending MTI.
Award: Diploma or AAS
First Semester
| MAP 101 | Introduction to GIS | 4 |
| MAP 105 | GPS Data Collection & Mgt | 4 |
| MAP 110 | CAD I | 2 |
| SSS 100 | Student Success | 1 |
| CIS 105 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| | Communications Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Second Semester
In addition to the technical courses required in the program, the student seeking an AAS degree must also complete:
| | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| | Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
Total Credits Required for the Diploma: 34