Program Overview
Troy University's ABET-accredited Surveying and Geomatics Sciences program provides a comprehensive education in a variety of subdisciplines within geomatics. With hands-on experience through co-ops and small classes, students are well-prepared for a wide range of careers in surveying, including management positions. The program boasts a 100% job placement rate, ensuring graduates are in high demand in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Troy University's Surveying and Geomatics Sciences program is the only ABET-accredited program in Alabama and one of the few in the southeastern United States. It boasts a 100% job placement rate, with students often receiving multiple job offers before graduation. The program is designed to provide a strong foundation in surveying and geomatics, with a focus on practical applications and hands-on experience. Students can tailor their degree to meet their specific interests in geomatics.
Outline:
The program curriculum includes a range of subdisciplines in geomatics, such as:
- Land Surveying: This subdiscipline focuses on the science of delineating land ownership and boundaries.
- Land Development: This subdiscipline involves assisting in the design and construction of roads, bridges, subdivisions, and planned unit developments.
- Least Squares: This subdiscipline involves statistical methods for estimating the goodness of fit in correlation analysis. The program also includes two co-ops, which provide students with valuable work experience and networking opportunities.
Teaching:
The program is taught by highly trained and experienced faculty members in the Department of Geospatial Informatics. Students receive individual attention and feedback in small classes. Common career paths include:
- Survey crew chief
- Surveying technician
- Project manager
- Surveying manager Some graduates have also started their own survey companies.
Other:
The program is approved by the Alabama Board of Licensure for Engineers and Land Surveyors, making graduates eligible to become licensed land surveyors in Alabama. The program also offers a 20-credit-hour minor in Surveying and Geomatics Sciences, which can be completed in person or online.
