Surveying Safety & Education

EDUCATION

Land Surveying Courses, Photogrammetry and More at California’s Fresno State

July 29, 2021

This ABET-accredited bachelor of science geomatics engineering program boasts expert faculty, industry partnerships and more to prepare students for life as geospatial professionals.

LAW

The Fine Line Between Surveying and the Law

Mary E. Shacklett

July 15, 2021

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Surveying butts up against many legal and interpretive property issues and can often find itself intersecting with the law.

POLICY POINTS

Condo Collapse: A Tragic Warning and Reminder

John M. Palatiello

July 6, 2021

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The tragic event in Florida, and early media reports speculating on contributing factors, bring to mind two important issues for the surveying and engineering community.

A Land of Opportunity in Puerto Rico

An interview with Victor M. Seda-Figueroa, president of the Puerto Rico Institute of Land Surveyors

Emell Derra Adolphus

June 15, 2021

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The president of the Puerto Rico Institute of Land Surveyors shares why Puerto Rico is a great place to be a land surveyor once you can see the opportunities on the island.

Perspective

Why Puerto Rican Surveying Talent is Valuable

How land surveyors from Puerto Rico bring value to jobs in the states.

Ruth Lailany Trujillo-Rodriguez

June 14, 2021

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Puerto Rican land surveying professional services corporations have the ability to export their services to any part of the US and — more significantly — they have the right set of skills to provide the technical support that any project in the states and other territories may need.

Willet Hofmann apprentice Travis Keller at his CAD station

EDUCATION

Surveying Apprenticeship Program Underway in Illinois

Donald Martin

June 10, 2021

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Illinois surveying apprenticeship program aims to bring more technicians into the workforce.

EDUCATION

New Mexico State University’s Land Surveying Courses Emphasize the Importance of Real World Experience

Stacey Winconek

June 10, 2021

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The four-year geomatics degree program focuses on the latest technologies used in the field and offers students flexibility in completing their educations.

EDUCATION

A Top-Notch Land Surveying Education at Nicholls State University

This Thibodaux, Louisiana-university is proud to offer the state’s sole geomatics program.

Stacey Winconek

May 19, 2021

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Nicholls State University geomatics students learn beyond the classroom with 30-45 hours of service learning activities.

Troy University students using the latest equipment

EDUCATION

Troy University’s Geospatial Degree Prepares Students for the Future

Alabama’s sole ABET-accredited department of Geospatial Informatics at Troy University boasts the latest technology to prepare students for life as geospatial professionals.

Stacey Winconek

May 19, 2021

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Geospatial and land surveying graduates of Troy University have options.

SURVEYING 101

The SUNY-ESF Ranger School Offers Land Surveying Education at Its Finest

Rich history and a rigorous curriculum await geospatial and land surveying students at the SUNY-ESF Ranger School in Wanakena, New York.

Stacey Winconek

April 21, 2021

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The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY-ESF) Ranger School is a top choice for anyone looking to amplify their land surveying field skills.