Namibia University of Science and Technology Certificate in Land Surveying

What is Certificate in Land Surveying?

Land Surveying Certificate, Credit Certificate. This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in surveying, government, and engineering firms as members of a surveying crew. This certificate, combined with appropriate field experience, may lead to party/crew chief positions.

Entry Requirement

Overview

This four year Diploma in Land Surveying provides students the in-depth knowledge of engineering, architecture, and geography skills they need to be able to establish boundaries of land, water, and airspace in order to determine ownership, development, and use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Diploma in Land Survey?

This course combines engineering, architecture and geography skills to establish boundaries of land, water and airspace to determine property ownership, development and use.

What do you do in land surveying?

Land surveyors measure and map the shape of land. They gather data for civil engineering and construction projects so that accurate site plans can be drawn. As a surveyor, you’ll be part of a fast-moving, technologically advanced industry.

Do land surveyors make good money?

An early career Professional Land Surveyor with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of R417,500 based on 7 salaries. A mid-career Professional Land Surveyor with 5-9 years of experience earns an average total compensation of R540,000 based on 5 salaries.

Is land survey a good course?

Land surveying is a rewarding career. If you have considered entering the field of land surveying, you may wonder exactly what the job entails. Many people are drawn to this career because it offers a much-sought-after benefit: the ability to work outside at a high-level job that isn’t labor-intensive.

Are land surveys marketable?

Yes. Land survey is among the most marketable career in the modern world due to availability of lands and increased growth of industries making this skill be highly demanded for.

What qualifications do you need to become a surveyor?

To become a surveyor, you have to successfully complete a degree that is accredited by the RICS. From there, you can pursue a master’s degree or work towards chartered status. You can achieve chartered status through the completion of the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).

Is surveyor a good career?

No two days are the same in the world of surveying. And it’s a truly global career: with projects, skills and clients spanning the world it offers great opportunities for international travel. All this makes surveying a hugely varied, fun and collaborative profession.

What do surveyors wear?

Whatever level of service you are providing, always be prepared by having appropriate clothing with you. Examples may include Hi Visibility Jacket, Bodycam, steel capped shoes and hard hats, dust masks, goggles and ear plugs (depending on the subject property site).

What is a survey class?

A survey course is typically a course of broad disciplinary perspective. … Survey courses can be introductory in nature and may serve to expose students to material that is foundational for continued study in the discipline, or can be a stand-alone course after which students may not encounter the discipline again.

What is land surveying and why is it important?

Land surveying allows you to understand your land boundaries. A survey is performed in order to locate, describe, monument, and map the boundaries and corners of a parcel of land. It might also include the topography of the parcel, and the location of buildings and other improvements made to the parcel.

Is Diploma in Quantity Surveying marketable?

In Quantity Surveying. This course is the gateway to being employed by the government through its many agencies. In Kenya, it ranks among the best on the list of the most marketable courses in 2019.

Is a surveyor a hard job?

It was hard for me. Only about half pass the Fundamentals exam, and some who do never pass the licensure exam. Years of education and experience could yield you very little. Then there is a professional license you’ll need to maintain to even keep your business open.

Are surveyors happy?

Surveyors are one of the least happy careers in the United States. At CareerExplorer, we conduct an ongoing survey with millions of people and ask them how satisfied they are with their careers. As it turns out, surveyors rate their career happiness 2.8 out of 5 stars which puts them in the bottom 20% of careers.

How does a surveyor use math?

Surveyors use mathematics—especially geometry and trigonometry—because they need to measure angles and distances on the ground. They then interpret the data, accurately plotting such information as boundaries and locations of structures on a map.

What tools do building surveyors use?

This may typically include: Large screwdrivers, hammers, small crowbars, bolsters and so on. Mirrors on extendable poles, boroscopes and metal detectors. Equipment for more accurate measurement of buildings such as crack width and building distortion.