Surveying, CSC

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PURPOSE: Provides skills for initial employment or advancement in a surveying company. Instruction is provided in computer aided drafting, the use of surveying equipment and traverse calculations to include COGO and latitude/departures.

By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

Show skills attainment in the use of file management.
Demonstrate skills in the use of surveying equipment.
Distinguish among the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. New students should visit the Advising Center and returning students their faculty advisor for more information.

Text in italics and parentheses identifies approved course substitutions. Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Required Courses

CAD 201 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design I 3 credits
CIV 171 - Surveying I 3 credits (Offered Fall only)
CIV 172 - Surveying II 3 credits
GIS 101 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology I 3 credits (Offered Spring only)

Technical Electives (choose 2): 6 Credits

^{See Note 1}

GIS 102 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology II 3 credits
CIV 190 - Coordinate Internship 3 credits
CIV 196 - On-Site Training 1 - 5 credits

Total Credits For Program: 18

NOTES:

¹Students should consult with their faculty advisor to determine the appropriate technical electives.

²Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their advisement report in MyTyler – SIS.

³Courses noted as Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice.