Cert in Surveying Engineering

The surveying certificate offers a general introduction to surveying practice and prepares completers for employment in the field. It is built for students who want exposure to the work without committing to a full degree. Courses cover surveying fundamentals, field data collection with both conventional and modern electronic instruments, basic computation and mapping. Students pick from a range of options that include surveying computation, engineering surveying, advanced surveying, photogrammetry and the legal aspects of surveying. Students choose one course from a small group and two further courses from a longer list, which lets them match the credential to their interests. Credit totals can vary with placement and prerequisites. The program belongs to the College of Engineering Technology. The program is based at the Main Campus of Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan.