Surveying Technology (Certificate N0868)

Natural Sciences Division
Certificate N0868
The Surveying Technology Certificate provides students with introductory skills that lead to a career in Surveying Technology. There is a focus on the examination and documenting of an area’s boundaries and features for the purposes of constructing a map, plan, or description. Students will complete substantial projects to develop a portfolio to aid in their career prospects. This certificate may aid in the student's search for an entry-level position as a surveying technician, computer aided drafting (CAD) technician, field technician or transfer into a surveying technology related program.

Course Prefix Course Name Units
ENGR 1Introduction to Engineering2
ENGR 18Introduction to Engineering Graphics3
ENGR 24Engineering Graphics4
Choose one of the following: 3-4
Trigonometry
Precalculus Mathematics
Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
SURV 1ASurveying3
SURV 1BSurveying3
Total Units18-19

Please see the Mt. San Antonio College Engineering, Engineering Technology and Surveying Program Website for updated information on program courses, transfer help, extracurricular activities, faculty contact information and more.

Program Learning Outcomes
Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.

Looking for guidance? A counselor can help.  This Guided Pathways for Success (GPS) is a suggested sequence of coursework needed for program completion. It is not an official educational plan. Schedule an appointment with a counselor or advisor as soon as possible to create an individualized Mountie Academic Plan (MAP) specific to your goals and needs.

Plan of Study Grid
Fall Term 1Units
ENGR 1 Introduction to Engineering 2
ENGR 18 Introduction to Engineering Graphics 3
MATH 150 OR MATH 160 OR MATH 180 3  
 Units5
Spring Term 1
SURV 1A Surveying 3
ENGR 24 Engineering Graphics 4
 Units7
Fall Term 2
SURV 1B Surveying 3
Certificate:Surveying Technology N0868 8  
Submit petition: inside.mtsac.edu, Student Tab#45 5  
 Units3
 Total Units15
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