GIS & Facilities Planning Program, Certificate of Technical Studies

at Nunez Community College

New Orleans Catalog

About

This stand-alone, entry-level program is focused on Geospatial Information Science (GIS) and Facilities Planning technical skills that will allow for direct hire into the workforce. As the demand for military facilities planning is increasing across our region, state, and nation, this is a highly sought-after skill set. This program is housed within the Coastal Studies and GIS program, allowing students to move into less technical, coastal and environmental courses if so desired. This pathway can be completed in two semesters.

Takes

1 Year

Costs

$4.2k

Leads to

$76.2k careers

Example Career

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

Information Technology

STEM

Operate, install, adjust, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data.

Information Technology

STEM

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Entry

Median

High

Salary

Hourly Wage

$48,660

$76,210

$113,540

$23.39

$36.64

$54.59

Conventional

Investigative

Realistic

Is this a career path I'll enjoy?

This program prepares students for entry-level roles in GIS and facilities planning, with a focus on technical skills applicable to coastal and military planning. Graduates are qualified for positions in geospatial analysis and mapping, highly sought after in government and environmental sectors.

What skills and credentials will I gain?

Skills, Certifications, and Degrees:

Skills: GIS mapping, remote sensing, environmental science, computer-based mapping, and federal facilities master planning.
Certification: Certificate of Technical Studies in GIS & Facilities Planning

GIS & Facilities Planning Program, Certificate of Technical Studies at Nunez Community College

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalency

High school diploma or equivalency. Nunez Community College is an open-enrollment institution. This means that regardless of your ACT or COMPASS scores, you are eligible to begin enrolling in classes on our campus.

In order to begin the application process, you will need to complete an online application form via Nunez's website. There's more information available here: https://www.nunez.edu/admissions

We accept applications year-round. A new student will need to confirm their classes with the registrar's office before a new semester begins. For more information, contact our Admissions Office. Here are your next steps for connecting with Nunez! Click "Get Started" to go to their admissions page. Apply right away through their portal, if you feel ready. Chat with a counselor to make the process as easy as possible. (We recommend this - community colleges are complicated). If you get stuck, you can always reach out to us at WhereWeGo for help by emailing [email protected] .

Contact

Who do I contact?

Call: 504-278-6467

Website

Nunez Community College

3710 Paris Rd
Chalmette, LA 70043