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Surveying is the measurement and mapping of our surrounding environment using mathematics and specialised technology. Land surveyors are involved with a diverse variety of projects from land subdivision to tunnel building and major construction. Licensed or registered surveyors are experts in the profession who interpret and navigate legal aspects of land ownership. They also give advice and provide information to guide the work of engineers, architects and developers.
It’s the pinnacle of the surveying profession. They define, manage and protect the space around us. Becoming a licensed or registered surveyor is a career goal worth striving for – and there are plenty of reasons why.
Courses are available at TAFE and university level, and lead to varied technical and professional roles such as survey assistant or graduate surveyor. With further training, graduate surveyors can become a licensed or registered surveyor. Studying surveying involves a unique mix of learning opportunities with both theoretical and practical hands on field-work projects.
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