Land Surveying, Certificate

Program Details

Semester 1

• Select 1 Credit from Option 1: 4 Credits

Semester 2

• CET 265 - Land Surveying Credits: 3
• CET 275 - LS Fundamentals Exam Prep Credits: 1
• CET 295 - PLS Practical Exam Prep Credits: 1

Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 9

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$193.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total cost for the program: **$1,977

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Perform surveying of highways and roadways.
• Perform construction surveying.
• Read/Write Land Descriptions.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Knowledge of operating surveying equipment.
• Knowledge of data acquisition and usage.
• Knowledge of Surveying Law and Ethics.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• Land Surveyors are in high demand to fill current and future Industry needs.
• Anticipated average starting salary  $52,000 (2022-2023 Placement Report)

Program Competencies

1. Demonstrate the use of surveying equipment by measuring distance, direction and location accurately
2. Use survey data to create and alter highway designs
3. Demonstrate knowledge of Land Descriptions and Boundary Law

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