Course

Introduction to Construction Surveying

Time limit: 90 days
2 credits
Instructor: Zachary Frye

$100 Enroll

Full course description

 

CONRAD BLUCHER INSTITUTE FOR SURVEYING AND SCIENCE

Construction Surveying

2.0
CEU Credits
90
Days Access
CEU
Certified
3
Modules
Online
Self-Paced

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Course Overview

This online continuing education course provides surveyors and engineering professionals with practical insights into construction surveying through real-world examples and field demonstrations. Led by industry professional Zach Frye, Survey Manager at J.E. Construction Services, the course bridges the gap between traditional surveying knowledge and construction industry applications using the Everhart Road rehabilitation project in Corpus Christi, Texas. In this course, you will explore the unique safety challenges and quality control responsibilities that distinguish construction surveying from other specializations, learn to navigate and interpret extensive construction plan sets, understand horizontal and vertical control verification processes, and observe modern staking procedures and machine control technologies in active field conditions. The course emphasizes how surveyors serve as the key link between design intent and construction reality, covering everything from initial control point verification through final grade achievement using both traditional methods and cutting-edge robotic total station and GPS technologies. Throughout the course you will gain valuable perspective on the surveyor's evolving role in today's technology-enhanced construction environment.

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Professional Benefits

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Continuing education credits for qualified surveyors

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Access to expert insights on surveying's role in heavy civil work

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Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, participants will:

1

Understand the crucial role of surveying in heavy civil engineering.

2

Identify how surveyors help rebuild city streets.

3

Understand the procedures used in construction surveying and the application of technology.

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Module Breakdown

SECTION 1

The Role and Process of Surveying in Construction

  • Bridging traditional surveying knowledge with construction industry applications
  • The surveyor as the critical link between design intent and construction reality

Assessment: Knowledge check

SECTION 2

A Look Inside Heavy Civil Surveying

  • The Everhart Road project
  • Planning, control networks, and verifications

Assessment: Knowledge check

SECTION 3

In the Field with JECS

  • Site safety and equipment
  • Control points and staking procedures
  • Material layers and machine control technology

Assessment: Knowledge check

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Target Audience

  • Registered Professional Land Surveyors and Licensed State Land Surveyors
  • Geospatial professionals 
  • Civil engineers
  • General Public
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Technical Requirements

  • High-speed internet connection
  • Modern web browser
  • Audio capability
  • Optional: printer for supplementary materials

Note: This course awards 2 CEU credits (CEU certified). Course access begins immediately upon registration, and content is self-paced within 90 days. Participants are responsible for verifying acceptance with their individual state licensing board.

For registration assistance, contact Shelby Sharpe at shelby.sharpe@tamucc.edu

A Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science Professional Development Course ©