How to Get Started

To get started in the GIS program for college credit, complete the admissions process at:

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 $117 per three-hour class — that’s $39 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 certificates:

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

Biotechnology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree — designed to prepare the graduate for entry-level positions in biotechnology, biological research and industrial laboratories Biotechnology Certificate — a one-year Level I certificate

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.