Surveying and Geomatics Engineering Technology

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BS Degree - Code #1046

Governmental agencies, private industries, and individuals all benefit from the surveying and mapping of our natural resources and planning of transportation systems, recreational facilities, new cities, and land subdivisions. Using advanced surveying equipment such as the electronic total stations to measure angles and distances, the modern surveyor has learned to increase his/her productivity and measurement accuracy. Particularly exciting about the future of the surveying profession are the emerging technologies of Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Land Information Systems (LIS).

This program will provide you with a thorough understanding of the basic sciences of mathematics and physics, as well as applied subjects such as graphics and computer-aided drafting and design. The knowledge obtained from these basic courses is applied to a well-rounded study of modern surveying theory and practice.

Advantages

• The student constantly applies theoretical knowledge in meaningful and comprehensive laboratory sessions. Graduates are educated in a two-fold sense, both theoretically and practically.
• The BS program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Surveying/Geomatics Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

• An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
• An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
• An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
• An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
• An ability to function effectively as a member and a leader on technical teams.

Program Educational Objectives

Occupational Opportunities

• Land surveyor (after successfully meeting state requirements)
• Surveying engineering technician
• Project surveyor
• Party chief
• Mapping technologist
• GPS surveyor

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Certification Or Licensure

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Entrance Requirements/Recommendations

Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2

Recommended: Physics

Required Course Prerequisites

If students do not place into MATH 1033 College Algebra, MATH 1084 Calculus I, MATH 1323 Quantitative Reasoning, 1034 College Algebra of Functions, 1054 Precalculus, or 2124 Statistical Methods & Analysis, then MATH 1014 Algebra Concepts is a required prerequisite for completion of the major.

If students do not place into PHYS 1024 General Physics I or PHYS 1044 College Physics I, then PHYS 1014 Introductory Physics is a required prerequisite for completion of this major.

Technical Standards

Students in the surveying and geomatics program must meet the following:

• Students must have the ability to complete field work over natural terrain. 
• Students must have the ability to use standard software of the profession.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

2.0 cumulative grade point average and department requirement of 2.0 grade point average in major courses (CIVL).

Required Equipment

A tier 2 laptop computer is required for students entering the surveying engineering technology programs. Laptop specifications are available at www.alfredstate.edu/required-laptops. 

Office of Accessibility Services

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact Melanie Ryan in the Office of Accessibility Services. This office may be contacted by email at oas@alfredstate.edu  or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.

Surveying and Geomatics Engineering Technology - BS Degree