How to Get Started
To get started in the GIS program for college credit, complete the admissions process at Brookhaven College.
When you meet with an academic advisor, mention your interest in the GIS program so he or she can help you determine which courses you should take. If you are planning to earn an associate degree or certificate, please note that you must complete 25 percent of your degree requirements at the college awarding the degree.
Tuition
Dallas County residents pay $123 per three-hour class — that’s $41 per credit hour, or less than $500 for a full semester load of 12 credit hours. Compare that to what you’d pay elsewhere! See DCCCD tuition rates for tuition according to your place of residency.
Courses Offered (Curriculum)
Our catalog provides detailed information about the courses we offer and the courses required for the following associate degree and certificate:
DCCCD Offers Labor Department’s Other Top Technology Programs
DCCCD also offers programs in the other two of the top three emerging industries identified by the U.S. Department of Labor — biotechnology and nanotechnology.
Biotechnology
El Centro College offers an associate degree and certificate in Biotechnology, a rapidly expanding technology with career opportunities in a number of diverse fields. Visit http://www.dcccd.edu/biotech for detailed information.
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
Related Programs at DCCCD
We offer several related programs that might interest you, including Digital Forensics, Computer Aided Design and Drafting, and Computer Information Technology (CIT).
Faculty Profiles
Our GIS faculty members not only have experience in the classroom but also in their field, so they can relate to the challenges you’ll face in the workplace.
Our instructors work closely with you one-on-one, encouraging you and helping you to succeed in class and on the job. See profiles of our GIS faculty.
Links for More Information
Get more information on GIS and related associations and resources.
Transferring From DCCCD
GIS courses are designed for direct entry into the workforce. However, if you are interested in earning a degree at a four-year institution, please visit the Transfer Services Web site for guidance on the transfer process.
Contact Us
If you have questions about the GIS program that aren’t answered on our Web site, please feel free to contact us.