Geospatial Technologies, Diploma
Embark on a journey into the future with our Geospatial Technologies Program, where cutting-edge technology meets real-world application. As industries across the globe increasingly rely on precision mapping and data analysis, the demand for skilled professionals in GPS, GIS, drone technology, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) is soaring. This dynamic one-year program is your gateway to becoming part of an innovative field that shapes the way we understand and interact with the world around us.
Dive into a curriculum designed to arm you with the latest skills in computer science, Global Positioning Systems, data collection, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Geographic Information System (GIS) applications, and a specialized focus on drone and UAS technology. Through hands-on training and practical applications, you'll learn how to harness the power of geospatial technology in a variety of settings, blending elements of engineering, business, agriculture, energy, and technology.
The program doesn't just prepare you for a job; it opens a world of career opportunities. Imagine yourself as a GPS technician, survey technician, field technician, mapping technician, GIS specialist, drone operator, or UAS manager. Your expertise will be sought after in industries like mining, oil and gas extraction, utilities and communication, construction, manufacturing, transportation, and land, water, and wildlife management. Whether it's data transfer, map production, or aerial mapping, your skills will be at the forefront of technological innovation.
For those looking to further enhance their expertise, the program offers a unique opportunity to blend a year of Geospatial Technologies study with Heating and Cooling Technology, Natural Gas Technology, or Power Line Construction and Maintenance. Completing additional general education courses will lead you to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Utilities Technology, broadening your horizons and employment prospects even further.
Join the Geospatial Technologies Program and position yourself at the cutting edge of a rapidly evolving industry. With our expert faculty, state-of-the-art technology, and a curriculum that meets the needs of today's and tomorrow's world, your career prospects will know no bounds. Let's map your future together!
Note: Students in this program are required to purchase a laptop computer from Mitchell Tech. The laptop will have the necessary software installed and will be serviced free of charge while the student is attending Mitchell Tech.
Award: Diploma
First Semester
Second Semester
| MAP 120 | CAD II | 2 |
| MAP 121 | Cloud-based GPS GIS Applications | 2 |
| MAP 122 | 3D Printing Applications in Geospatial Technologies | 2 |
| MAP 125 | GIS Problems Analysis | 4 |
| MAP 128 | Remote Sensing | 3 |
| CIS 107 | Spreadsheet Concepts | 3 |
| Math Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 19 |
Total Credit Hours: 35