Program information is available from the School of Applied Technologies Office at (505) 224-3340 or from Academic Advisement and Career Development at (505) 224-4321.
Geomatics refers to the gathering and interpretation of spatial data. The program combines Geographic Information Systems (GIS), satellite based mapping technologies and land survey techniques to teach the skills commonly used by mapping and surveying technicians. The Geomatics Certificate is designed as a 36-credit hour program that encompasses the core of the National Society of Professional Surveyors’ technician certification.
Special Requirements
The technologies taught in this program are based fundamentally on computer software applications. Students should be willing to spend a good deal of time working with computers and associated equipment. In addition, field work is required.
Career and Educational Opportunities
The Geomatics Certificate is designed to fill the needs of an increasingly geospatial technology-literate survey community. Graduates from the certificate may sit for the National Society of Professional Surveyors Technician Certification exam. Successful passage of this exam confers a credential for employment as a survey technician for government or private firms. Those wishing to pursue higher degrees and licensure could move on to the 4-year Survey program at NMSU.
Students should see an academic advisor to customize their educational plans. Students must meet prerequisites by placement scores or specific course work. Please see Course Descriptions for prerequisite(s) information.
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