Surveying Engineering Technology (BS)

The BS degree in surveying engineering technology extends the technical specialization of the AAS degree and is developed upon the strong foundation of mathematics, physical sciences, and liberal arts and sciences necessary for continued growth in a technological society. The technical specialization of this program is enhanced by courses that develop communications skills and technical management concepts.

Program Academic Objectives

Program educational objectives were established with the assistance of the Industrial Advisory Committee and are reviewed periodically. The BS in Surveying Engineering Technology program produces graduates who:

1. Write, read, and orally present technical reports, letters, and projects that meet the standards of the profession.
2. Have an understanding of and are able to implement basic field and office survey procedures.
3. Are capable of performing elementary research.
4. Are competent in surveying techniques.
5. Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in, continued formal education as well as lifelong learning.
6. Will be capable of sitting successfully for the Land Surveyor examination.
7. Have the skills to perform a land title survey in all its complexity.
8. Will be capable of employing state-of-the-art surveying techniques in leading a survey crew to accomplishment of its goal.