Computer Information Technology (A.S.), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization (Closing Fall 2026)
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus, Hybrid
Location(s): Cocoa, Melbourne, Palm Bay, Titusville, Online
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: No
Program Testing Requirements: Assessment in Reading, Writing, and Math
Academic Community: STEM
Program Code: CIASGIS
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 11.0103
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: '1511010307
This program is closed for new applicants. Current students in the Computer Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization A.S. have been notified and should work with their assigned academic advisor to plan the scheduling of courses needed to complete the program.
This is a specialization of the A.S. Computer Information Technology degree.
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) specialization provides students the skills required to work on and/or build advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS)/ Remote Sensing (RS) projects. Program topics include displaying, managing, querying, symbolizing, and creating geospatial data using concepts that include spatial variables, scale, map projection, and map coordinate systems.
Refer to the Computer Information Technology (A.S.) overview to find information about this degree, including imbedded College Credit Certificates.
Students should work with an advisor to determine the courses best suited to their plan of study.
Visit the program page for information.
Program of Study
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | ||
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Computer Programs - Core Courses | ||
| CET 1176 | Computer Maintenance and Repair | 3 |
| CGS 1000 | Exploring Digital Technology | 3 |
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| COP 1000 | Principles of Programming | 3 |
| COP 2700 | Database Techniques | 3 |
| CTS 1142 | Information Technology Project Management | 3 |
| CTS 1329 | Microsoft Client O/S | 3 |
| CTSC 1134 | Network+ | 3 |
| Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialization | ||
| COP 2047 | Python Programming | 3 |
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| GIS 2040 | Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| GIS 2047 | Applications of GIS, GPS, and Remote Sensing | 3 |
| GIS 2060 | Advanced Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| GRAC 2150 | Raster Graphics | 3 |
| Technical Electives | 2 | |
| Artificial Intelligence Thinking | ||
| Microcomputer Applications-Advanced | ||
| Internship | ||
| Service-Learning Field Studies 1 | ||
| Systems Analysis and Design | ||
| Web Page Authoring | ||
| Linux Networking and System Administration | ||
| Network Security Fundamentals | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Service-Learning Field Studies 1 | ||
| Intermediate Algebra | ||
| Total Hours: | 60 | |
Note: In accordance with Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code, students must satisfy the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement.
Course Sequence
Below is the recommended sequence for taking courses in this degree. Using this guide and meeting with your assigned advisor each term is the key to successful program completion.
Please note that course prerequisites, including required developmental math, reading, or writing, need to be completed to continue on to the more advanced course. Click on the course number to see the requirements.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| CET 1176 | Computer Maintenance and Repair | 3 |
| CGS 1000 | Exploring Digital Technology | 3 |
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| COP 1000 | Principles of Programming | 3 |
| COP 2700 | Database Techniques | 3 |
| CTS 1142 | Information Technology Project Management | 3 |
| CTS 1329 | Microsoft Client O/S | 3 |
| CTSC 1134 | Network+ | 3 |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| COP 2047 | Python Programming | 3 |
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| GIS 2040 | Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| GRAC 2150 | Raster Graphics | 3 |
| GIS 2047 | Applications of GIS, GPS, and Remote Sensing | 3 |
| GIS 2060 | Advanced Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 2 | |
| Total Hours: | 60 | |
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Select two credit hours from the Technical Electives list on the Program of Study
Learning Outcomes
- Differentiate between storage devices and storage media
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Identify computer viruses such as Worms, and Trojan Horses
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Analyze data for entry into a spreadsheet application
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Apply constraints enforcing data integrity in relational databases
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Code an SQL statement that selectively lists rows and columns from two or more joined tables
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Install an Operating System
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Classify types, characteristics, and uses of common components on a motherboard
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Explain a scope statement framework
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Describe a project charter framework
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information