Surveying Degrees

In today’s ever changing world of technology, autonomous vehicles, construction and development there has never been more demand for surveyors. All boundaries defining ownership, road construction, housing, schools, and commercial structures, cell phone towers, fiber optic line, gas pipe line, solar panel farms, oil – gas exploration, dams, rails, bridges, mining requires the assistance of a properly trained land surveyor.

The practice of surveying covers five major areas; boundary surveying, geodetic surveying, surveying for the design and layout of infrastructure, geographic information systems, and cartography. Survey»ors that focus on land boundary surveying are employed by private sector companies, engineering firms or government agencies. Surveyors that concentrate on construction operations, mapping, energy exploration, or are employed by city, township, county, state or federal agencies which could include the Bureau of Land Management, county road commissions, departments of transportation, U.S. National Parks, and a multitude of other government and private entities.

The tools that a modern-day surveyor use are technically very advanced and vary depending on the accuracy and precision required for a specific task. Leica Geosystems has partnered with Northwestern Michigan College to provide a comprehensive set of equipment, ensuring every student in the program has ready access to the most recent tools and technology.

Job Outlook

There exists a huge need for well-trained surveyors regionally, state wide and nationally. Northwestern Michigan College in conjunction with Leica Geosystems is prepared to train individuals to the highest level of professionalism, productivity, and responsibility to meet the growing demand.

Apply Now

Explore Careers Related To This Program »

Course Descriptions »

Course Sequence Guide »

Program Requirements »

Program Outcomes »

Surveying Technology Program Overview »

View the Surveying Program Flyer »

Contact Information:

Phone: (231) 995-1300
Email: tech@nmc.edu

Ready. (Re)Set. Go!

A series of NMC-hosted job panels featuring a local employer highlighting an in-demand job, an NMC program representative outlining the training available, and a financial services specialist with advice on getting funding. View all of the job panels here »

What you'll find at NMC

Transfer courses, associate degrees and professional certificates, and bachelor's degrees in Marine Technology and Maritime Technology
Access to other bachelor's degrees and advanced degrees through NMC's University Center
Faculty & staff focused on your success – more than 90% of graduates report accomplishing their goal
Online learning options
Reasonable tuition that’s 75 percent less than an average public four-year Michigan school
Scholarship opportunities – more than $1 million awarded
Small classes, personal attention – average class size is 20 students
On-campus housing options – including North Hall, opened in 2017
An active campus with more than 30 student groups