What is Surveying Surveying is the measurement and

What is Surveying? Surveying is the measurement and mapping of our surrounding environment using specialised technology and equipment.

Specialisations • Land (Cadastral) • Engineering • Mining • Hydrographic • Geodesy • GIS

Specialisations • Land (Cadastral) • Engineering • Mining • Hydrographic • Geodesy • GIS Land (Cadastral) Surveying

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Specialisations • Land (Cadastral) • Engineering • Mining • Hydrographic • Geodesy • GIS Engineering Surveying

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Specialisations • Land (Cadastral) • Engineering • Mining • Hydrographic • Geodesy • GIS Source: The Australian National University Geodesy

Source: Geocentric Datum of Australia Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

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Is Surveying important? • The work of Surveyors is all around you - it is required by law and underpins property ownership. • From the foundations of our cities, to the buildings and the roads that shape them. • Surveying sets the framework for all architecture, engineering and navigation. • Used to create maps for GPS & Google Maps – used on i. Phone and i. Pad. • Is integral to sustainable development.

We need more surveyors • Demand for graduate surveyors at an all time high • 95% graduates get a job within 4 months • Average of $60, 000 graduate starting salary

Pathways to Surveying

How do I get into Surveying? Tertiary Study – TAFE • TAFE NSW Newcastle Campus: Certificate III, Diploma • TAFE NSW Wollongong Campus: Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma • TAFE NSW Ultimo Campus: Certificate IV, Diploma • TAFE NSW National Environment Centre: Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma • Canberra Institute of Technology: Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma Tertiary Study – University • University of New South Wales - Bachelor of Engineering (Surveying) Honours - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) / Bachelor of Surveying Honours • University of Newcastle - Bachelor of Surveying (Honours) - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) and Bachelor of Engineering (Surveying) Honours

How do I get into Surveying? Pre-requisites Undergraduate Study • University of New South Wales: Maths Ext 1 & Physics preferred. Bridging courses available. TAFE articulation encouraged for diploma qualified students. Up to 25% exemption for prior learning. • University of Newcastle: Recommended studies: Math Extension 1 or higher. Assumed knowledge: Maths (B and 5 or above) or equivalent Study of one science related subject would be an advantage. TAFE surveying diploma students receive 25% exemption for prior learning.

Try Surveying on for size Work Experience Placements • Surveying firms across New South Wales • Variety of Surveying activities – inside and out • Register your interest in a placement at our website

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