Bachelor of Science in Geomatics

Geomatics is a broad term that covers areas of study and professional practice that uses measurements to determine locations on the earth's surface. You will be able to study and work in the areas of photogrammetry, traditional boundary surveying, construction, hydrography, geodesy, geographic information systems (GIS), forensic surveying, manufacturing, and any other area that uses measurements.

The program in Geomatics is unique in design, allowing an easy transition for students coming from community college survey and civil technology programs, and is the only four-year program in the state of North Carolina that prepares students for professional licensure.

Specializations (or Careers)

Aerial Surveyor
Geographic Information Systems Analyst
Boundary Surveyor
Hydrographic Surveyor
Geomatics Project Consultant
GIS/Cartographic Specialist
Surveying and Mapping Manager

Admission Requirements

The admission of students to the undergraduate degree program in Geomatics is based on general admission requirements of North Carolina A&T State University.

Program Requirements

Students majoring in the Geomatics program must complete 124 credit hours, per the requirements listed in the course curriculum. All majors in the program must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) -AND- earn at least a grade of “C” or better in all major courses.

The curriculum has an emphasis in the areas of math, science, technology, and geospatial analysis. Courses included are Land Surveying, Boundary and Survey Law, Photogrammetry, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Route Surveying, Automation, Geodetic Science, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Adjustment Computations. Geomatics has applications in all disciplines that depend on spatial data, including, surveying, civil engineering, mapping sciences, geographic information systems (GIS), geodesy, photogrammetry, and remote sensing.

Curriculum Guide: B.S. in Geomatics

Contact Information

For program-related questions:

Peggy Fersner, Program Coordinator
Department of Built Environment
College of Science and Technology
fersner@ncat.edu
336-285-3126

For assistance with the admissions process:

Office of Admissions
admit@ncat.edu
800-443-8964

For assistance with the registration process:

Trevor Taylor, Student Services Coordinator
Instructional Technology Services and Distance Education
taylort@ncat.edu
336-285-3798 or (888) 498-6752 (Toll Free)

Toni McRae, Business Services Coordinator
Instructional Technology Services and Distance Education
mcraet@ncat.edu
336-285-3811 or (888) 498-6752 (Toll Free)