Field Surveying Technician

Any kind of land development or construction begins with a careful measuring and study of the land. This work is done by land surveyors, one of the most ancient trades in human history. This program prepares students for work as field survey technicians, starting with "chain person" and advancing to "instrument person" or "party chief." Students will learn field survey techniques, calculation, and office skills through extensive hands-on training using a variety of up-to-date instruments, including total stations with data collectors, hand-held calculators, and computers.

Program Map: Guide to program costs, careers, and classes.


Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring

Field Surveying Technician

Certificate of Completion
3 Quarters
40 Credits
Associate of Applied Science
N/A
N/A
AAS - Transfer
N/A
N/A
Bachelor of Applied Science
N/A
N/A

All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Median Salary
$40,800
Projected Growth
14%
Annual Job Openings
1,700

These amounts are based on median entry level wages, they are estimates and are not guarantees. For more information, visit careerinfo.net

Tuition

At Renton Technical College, tuition is affordable and competitive.

Financial Aid

Federal aid is available for most students to help pay for school. Fill out your FAFSA now to get started.

Scholarships

The RTC Foundation offers scholarships to help pay the costs of attending school.


All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Please see the online class schedule for day & time information.


Martin Paquette


Entry Requirements

Admission Recommendations

 


Course Information

Course # Course Title Credits
COL 101 College Success 2
SUR 101 Control Surveying 4
SUR 102 Topographic Surveying 4
SUR 103 Construction Surveying 4
SUR 145 Public Land System I 3
SUR 150 CAD for Surveying I 4
SUR 164 Field Survey Calculations 4
SUR 174 Office Computer Applications 2
SUR 175 Communications 3
SUR 181 Human Relations 2
AMATH 179J Basic Mathematics for Field Surveying 4
AMATH 189J Intermediate Mathematics for Field Surveying 4
  Total 40

 


Program Outcomes

  • Participate fully in field crew activities.
  • Be an effective team member.
  • Communicate effectively in written form.
  • Solve applied math problems.
  • Prepare complete field records.
  • Participate fully in data processing.

Accreditation

External accreditation is not applicable to this program.

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