Geographic Information Systems (GIS) A.S. Degree
This program roadmap represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This roadmap is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.
- Catalog:
- 2024-25
- GE Pattern:
- local AA/AS
- Total Units:
- 60
- Start Term:
- Spring
First Year
Semester 1 (Spring)
Semester 2 (Fall)
Second Year
Semester 3 (Spring)
Semester 4 (Fall)
| Explanation of Categories | ||
|---|---|---|
| Req | Required Core | A course that is required for this program |
| GE | General Education | A course that fulfills a specific general education requirement for a degree, which can be replaced with another course that meets the same requirement |
| Elec | Degree Elective | A degree-applicable course that is part of a degree roadmap to ensure that there is a total of at least 60 units, which is a requirement for an associate degree |
Graduation Requirement
A course that fulfills a specific graduation requirement which can be replaced by another course that meets the same graduation requirement.
Career path
Career Options:
We prepare our students for careers as GIS Specialists, Technicians, and Analysts. Many students enter the program with expertise in a different field, such as biology, geology, public health, or archaeology, and augment their expertise with GIS skills learned in our program.
Our graduates work primarily for government agencies including the Cities of Sacramento, Roseville, and Folsom; State of California agencies including Fish and Wildlife, Water Resources, and Department of Health; county agencies including the Counties of Sacramento, Yolo, and El Dorado; federal agencies including Environmental Protection, Geological Survey, and National Parks; and public safety agencies including Fire, Police, and Emergency Services. Other employers include engineering, archaeological, and consulting firms.
Advising Notes:
- Students can substitute ESLW 340 for ENGWR 300/480.
Scheduling Notes:
- All classes begin at 6:00 PM, except GEOG 330 which is offered at 6:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
- GEOG 350, 360, and 385 are offered in the fall.
- GEOG 342, 362, and 375 are offered in the spring.
Other Notes:
- An internship (GEOG 498) is required as it opens up potential employment opportunities. Students can earn at least 1 unit for related paid or unpaid work experience including volunteer and internship positions through GEOG 498. This course also works toward satisfying GE Area IIIb. See the Work Experience website for more information.
Published April 12, 2024