Geographical Information Systems Analyst - Level II, Certificate
(Suggested Occupational Plan)
First Semester
| GISC 1311 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| GISC 2420 | Intermediate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | 4 |
| ITSE 1329 | Programming Logic and Design | 3 |
| MATH 1314 | College Algebra | 3 |
Second Semester
| GISC 1421 | Introduction to Raster-Based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | 4 |
| ITSE 1303 | Introduction to MySQL | 3 |
| GISC 1491 | Special Topics in Cartography (GIS) | 4 |
| GISC 2301 | Data Acquisition and Analysis in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | 3 |
| GISC 1372 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
Third Semester
| COSC 1436 | Programming Fundamentals I | 4 |
| GISC 2335 | Programming for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | 3 |
| GISC 2131 | Advanced Problems in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | 1 |
Total Semester Hours for Certificate: 41
Additional Information
Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course requirements.
It is strongly suggested that students complete ITSC 1301 or COSC 1301 before starting GISC 1311.
It is strongly suggested that students select the courses that best fit their academic and occupational goals.
Students should meet with their advisor concerning GIS occupational plan. Consult your academic advisor about the stackable GISC awards, certificates, and degrees. Students considering transferring to a four-year degree program at a university should see an advisor. Many courses from CGIS.AAS Occupational Degree will transfer. Consult your program advisors.