Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Advisor Name:_______________________ Catalog: 2024-2025 Catalog and Student Handbook Major: Surveying and Geographic Information Systems, CSC

Surveying and Geographic Information Systems, CSC

G3 Eligible Program- Qualifying students may have ZERO costs for tuition, fees, and textbooks. 
Learn more at https://www.brightpoint.edu/training-workforce/g3.

 

PURPOSE: This one-year program prepares students with skills for initial employment or advancement in a surveying company and introduces the concepts of  Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology. Instruction is provided in computer-aided drafting, the use of surveying equipment and traverse calculations to include COGO and latitude/departures. The curriculum also provides technology applications useful for site development, business and security.  Jobs include surveyor, mapmaker and GIS technician. This program is offered at the Chester Campus. All career-technical degrees are guided by advisory committees comprised of local business leaders.

CREDENTIALS:  A Career Studies Certificate (CSC) is a program of study typically less than one year in length with a major in a career-technical area. Students receiving a CSC intend to pursue immediate employment.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet Brightpoint admission requirements. New students should work with their New Student Navigator to get ready for their first semester. They can also email getstarted@brightpoint.edu for assistance. Continuing students should work with their faculty advisor on academic planning and graduation requirements.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

  1. Demonstrate skills in the use of surveying equipment.
  2. Distinguish among the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology.
  3. Produce accurate maps with data points, using ESRI Map software.  Create a short screenplay utilizing visual writing techniques and industry standard formatting.
  4. Apply computer-aided drafting (CAD) concepts and components used in industry
  5. Demonstrate skills in the use of file management.

Required Courses

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes
CAD 151 - Engineering Drawing Fundamentals I Additional Course Option: CAD 201  3 credits
CIV 171 - Surveying I

Prerequisite(s): Engineering Technical Mathematics or divisional approval.

3 credits
GIS 101 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology I

Prerequisite(s): Basic Computer Literacy.

3 credits
CAD 260 - Computer Applications for Surveyors and Technicians Additional Course Options: IND 197. 3 credits
  • TRACK REQUIREMENTS 9 credits
  • Track Requirements

    Surveying Track

    Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes
    CIV 172 - Surveying II

    Prerequisite(s): CIV 171 or by permission of instructor.

    3 credits
    CIV 195 - Erosion Control and Storm Water 3 credits
    CIV 241 - Applied Hydraulics and Drainage I 3 credits

    GIS Track

    Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes
    GIS 102 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology II

    Prerequisite(s): GIS 101.

    3 credits
    GIS 295 - Emerging Topics in Geographic Information Systems 3 credits
    GIS 255 - Exploring Our Earth: Introduction to Remote Sensing 3 credits

    Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 21

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

    Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

    Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their degree progress by accessing advisement reports in the Student Information System (SIS) in the myBrightpoint portal or the Academic Planner in Navigate.

    Courses noted as Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice.

     

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