G3 Eligible Program– Qualifying students may have ZERO costs for tuition, fees, and textbooks.
Learn more at https://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:
- Demonstrate skills in the use of surveying equipment.
- Distinguish among the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology.
- Produce accurate maps with data points, using ESRI Map software. Create a short screenplay utilizing visual writing techniques and industry standard formatting.
- Apply computer-aided drafting (CAD) concepts and components used in industry
- Demonstrate skills in the use of file management.
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