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Surveying - Certificate
Program Requirements:
Admission Type:
General College Admission
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(843) 347-3186
Students completing this certificate will gain the necessary skills to use computers, drafting and design software, measuring devise, and mapping systems to conduct research; collect data; to make decisions; and to create graphic presentations such as land plans, surface creation, topographic maps, etc. By combining hands-on training with the latest technology in surveying equipment (Robotic Total Stations), AutoCAD (computer aided design), and Civil 3D, students will learn to read maps and plats, collect field data, conduct property research, and produce CAD documents. A working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws will also be provided. All courses with a grade of "C" or better apply towards the Associate in Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology degree.
Student Resources
Student Resources
For more information, contact:
Babatunde Alo, P.E. - (843) 349-5374
David Lewis, P.E. - (843) 349-7109
Charles Granger - Department Chair
(843) 349-5189
Program Mission, Goals & Outcomes
Mission/Purpose Statement:
The mission of the surveying certificate program is to offer a strong academic and applications-based program necessary to produce well-educated graduates who become innovative and productive members of society. Students will possess both the problem-solving skills and the fundamental soft skills needed in the modern workplace. Additionally, students will be prepared to accept and succeed in an entry level position in field of surveying
Goal:
Provide students with technical and computation skills necessary for surveying operation.
Career Outlook & Employment Opportunities
Career Outlook
Employment opportunities can be found in the following fields:
- Licensed land surveyors
- Civil engineering firms
- United States Geological Survey (USGS)
- US Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Army Corps of Engineers
- Horry County
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Required Courses and Sample Schedules
Certificate Requirements: Surveying |
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| Component | Course Title | Semester Credit Hours |
| EGR 275 | Introduction to Engineering/Computer Graphics | 3 |
| EGR 282 | Introduction to Civil Engineering | 2 |
| EGR 285 | Engineering Surveying I | 3 |
| EGR 286 | Engineering Surveying II | 3 |
| EGR 295 | Engineering Surveying Lab I | 1 |
| EGR 296 | Engineering Surveying Lab II | 1 |
| MAT 175 | Algebra and Trigonometry* | 3 |
| and | ||
| Select one of the courses listed below: | ||
| CET 127 | Building Construction Print Reading | 4 |
| EGR 270 | Intro to Engineering | 3 |
| CREDITS | 19 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 19 | |
Sample Schedule: Surveying |
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| First Semester - Spring | Course Title | Semester Credit Hours |
| EGR 275 | Introduction to Engineering/Computer Graphics | 3 |
| EGR 285 | Engineering Surveying I | 3 |
| EGR 295 | Engineering Surveying Lab I | 1 |
| MAT 175 | Algebra and Trigonometry* |
3 |
| and | ||
| Select one or the following courses: | ||
| CET 127 | Building Construction Print Reading | 4 |
| EGR 270 | Intro to Engineering | 3 |
| CREDITS | 13 | |
| Second Semester - Summer | ||
| EGR 282 | Introduction to Civil Engineering | 2 |
| EGR 286 | Engineering Surveying II | 3 |
| EGR 296 | Engineering Surveying Lab II | 1 |
| CREDITS | 6 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 19 | |
*Students intending to transfer should take MAT 110 and MAT 111 for MAT 175.