Surveyors work with engineers, architects and builders to produce precise descriptions (surveys and maps) of surface features of the Earth. They are licensed professionals who provide a vital service to the building, construction and real estate industries.
Surveyors determine the exact location and measurement of points, lines and contours of the Earth's surface and prepare maps or reports showing specifications. They use instruments and the principles of geometry to find these exact measurements. It is a major demand job in New Jersey. OCC can help you start your career as a professional surveyor.
The civil/construction technology - surveying option curriculum stresses the technical, theoretical and legal aspects of surveying.
>> CCT AAS SUR Degree - Surveying Option
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Transfer to NJIT's BSSET Program
Students who complete the Civil/Construction Technology AAS Surveying Option Program can directly transfer to New Jersey Institute of Technology’s B.S. in Surveying Engineering Technology Program.
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