Surveying Engineering Department Mission

The mission of the Department of Surveying Engineering is to provide men and women with the rigorous, fundamental education needed to enter and succeed in the surveying and surveying-related professions.

To accomplish this mission, the Surveying Engineering Department will introduce students to the theory and application of recognized surveying principles. Graduates of the program will:

· acquire a sound and fundamental understanding of the scientific, mathematical, and engineering principles underlying technology;

· acquire a breadth and depth of education to understand the legal, political, and social context of surveying activities;

· develop the ability to appropriately collect, analyze, interpret, and apply survey and survey-related data;

· develop the ability to recognize, analyze, and solve survey and survey-related problems;

· acquire the verbal and written skills necessary to contribute productively to society;

· acquire an understanding of responsibilities and ethics of surveying professionals;

· develop the ability to work on multidisciplinary teams; and

· recognize the need for and develop the ability to engage in life-long study and learning.