Geomatics Technology
Thank you for your interest in Geomatics Technology. The program has become a track in the Civil Engineering Technology program. Please visit our Civil Engineering Technology program to learn about Civil Engineering Technology- Geomatics Technology (A40140G).
What You Will Learn
Coursework includes the communication and computational skills required for boundary, construction, route, and control surveying, photogrammetry, topography, drainage, surveying law, and subdivision design, with emphasis upon applications of electronic data collection and related software, including CAD.
Graduates find jobs with the North Carolina Department of Transportation as well as with companies that do land surveying, commercial and residential development, land mapping, and general and specialty contracting.
Why Choose Central Piedmont
Our learning environments are home to the industry's latest equipment and software, as well as quality instructors who bring real-world experience into the classroom. This powerful combination of traditional teaching and hands-on learning prepares our students for employment in today's 21st century workforce.
Real World Education
At Central Piedmont, your education goes beyond what you learn in class. We offer numerous opportunities for you to enhance your learning — and to make friends, network, and pursue your passions — through clubs and organizations, sports, events and activities, leadership opportunities, job experience, volunteer experiences, visual and performing arts, and even international experiences.
Apprenticeships
Central Piedmont offers apprenticeships with local business partners. With Apprenticeship 2000, you will have the opportunity to:
- gain 6400 hours of learning manufacturing skills
- gain 1600 hours of college education
- earn while learning
- get free college and a paycheck
- earn a Journeyman Certificate by the Department of Labor (Commerce)
- experience dual training - academics in college/hands on at company
- earn a scholarship for additional college for bachelor's of arts (differences per company)
- secure guaranteed employment after graduation
Geomatics Careers and Average Salaires
Find jobs with the North Carolina Department of Transportation as well as with companies that do land surveying, commercial and residential development, land mapping, and general and specialty contracting. Job titles include instrument person, survey party chief, survey supervisor, GPS technician, and CAD operator. Visit Central Piedmont’s Career Coach for detailed geomatics career opportunities, salary information, and job openings.
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Program Options
The college catalog lists the geomatics technology program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements currently available at Central Piedmont. If you would like information on opportunities to transfer associate degree credit to a four-year institution, please visit the Transfer Resource Center.
Visiting Students
If you wish to transfer geomatics course credit back to your home institution, explore how to enroll at Central Piedmont as a visiting student.
Continuing Education
Central Piedmont's continuing education provides non-degree courses and programs, including job skills, industry-focused career training, certificates, certifications, professional licensure, and personal enrichment. Day, evening, weekend, and online opportunities are available.
College and Career Readiness
If you are looking for programs to gain the knowledge or skills necessary to finish a high school degree or to get a job, visit Central Piedmont's College and Career Readiness.
College Credit for High School Students
Visit Career and College Promise to learn about opportunities for high school students to earn college credit at Central Piedmont.
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Geomatics Technology Program Requirements
For detailed information on geomatics technology program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements, visit the Central Piedmont Community College catalog.
Contact your advisor for help planning your courses.
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Location and Course Delivery Methods
Classes for the geomatics technology program are delivered in several ways:
- In-person classes and labs are held on the Central Campus.
- combined (classroom/lab and online)
- online
Courses available and their schedules can change each semester. Check the geomatics technology program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements each semester.
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Costs and Aid
Central Piedmont provides real-world, affordable, hands-on education and career training. Learn how much it costs to attend Central Piedmont. Financial aid and scholarships are available.
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Admitted Students: Find Your Advisor
If you are currently enrolled and taking classes, log in to MyConnect to find your assigned academic advisor.
If you do not have an advisor, you can:
- visit the advising office at the campus nearest you, or
- send an email to the advising office