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Surveying Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Locations:
Ferris Main Campus
Classes are held on the main campus in Big Rapids, online, or in a mixed delivery
format.
https://ferris.edu
Shape the World as a Surveying Engineer
The Surveying Engineering bachelor’s degree program gives you strong technical skills
and practical field experience to prepare you for a rewarding career in a high-demand
field.
As a surveying engineering student, you'll acquire skills in gathering, examining,
and utilizing spatial data to address practical, real-world problems. From defining
property boundaries to supporting global infrastructure and environmental monitoring,
you'll gain expertise in modern tools like GPS, 3D scanning, GIS, photogrammetry,
geospatial technology, and remote sensing.
With a curriculum designed for the future of the industry, you’ll be ready to lead
projects in government, construction, environmental science, and more. Surveying Engineering
is a profession rooted in precision, innovation, and impact. You’ll help communities
grow safely, sustainably, and smartly.
Apply Now
Request Info
Apply Now
Schedule Visit
LEGACY OF excellence
As one of the largest undergraduate surveying engineering programs in the Midwest,
and among the largest in the nation, the B.S. in Surveying Engineering leads the way
in forward-thinking, industry-aligned education.
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
From internships in Alaska to working with drones, GPS, and laser scanners, surveying
engineering students get hands-on field experience with the latest surveying equipment.
CAREER options
There simply are not enough graduates in surveying engineering to fill the demand
for occupations like cartographers, surveying and mapping technicians, and geographic
information systems professionals.
scholarships
With over a dozen program-specific scholarships to apply to, the surveying engineering
program is committed to supporting students' success.
LEARN More About scholarships
Program Details
Admission Requirements
New Student Admission Requirements
2.75 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.74 with college approval)
Minimum Composite Score of ACT 18/SAT 950, Math Score of ACT 26/SAT 620,
Placement into
MATH 220
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
2.50 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
Placement into
MATH 120
or higher
College Requirements - 66 Credits Required
Major Courses - 66 Credits Required
These courses are used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement.
SURE 110 - Fundamentals of Surveying
Credit Hours:
SURE 115 - Intro To Computer Mapping
Credit Hours:
SURE 215 - Surveying Computation
Credit Hours:
CENG 220 - Engineering Surveying
Credit Hours:
GISC 225 - Principles of GIS
Credit Hours:
CENG 240 - Engineering Statics
Credit Hours:
SURE 230 - Advanced Surveying
Credit Hours:
GISC 239 - Remote Sensing
Credit Hours:
SURE 272 - Prog Applications in Geomatics
Credit Hours:
CENG 321 - Hydraulics Engineering
Credit Hours:
SURE 340 - Photogrammetry
Credit Hours:
SURE 365 - Legal Aspects of Surveying 1
Credit Hours:
SURE 366 - Evidence-Proc Boundary Locat
Credit Hours:
SURE 372 - Adjustment Computations 1
Credit Hours:
SURE 373 - Adjustment Computations 2
Credit Hours:
SURE 420 - Professional Practice of Surveying
Credit Hours:
CENG 421 - Soils Engineering
Credit Hours:
GISC 425 - Tech Issues in GIS-Cartography
Credit Hours:
SURE 453 - Geodesy
Credit Hours:
SURE 465 - Legal Aspects of Survey 2
Credit Hours:
CENG 499 - Applied Research-Survey Engr 2
Credit Hours:
CENG 498 - Applied Research -Survey Engr 1
Credit Hours:
Surveying Technology - Associate of Applied Science
Survey and Mapping - Minor
Surveying - Certificate
Gabor Barsai
Jeff Fouch
Michael Flowers
Michael Barger
Don Lowell
Cory Smith
Roger Vajda
Program Educational Objectives
The B.S. Program in Surveying Engineering is designed to meet the needs of all students
in the program. The surveying engineering program faculty, together with their program
advisers, have revised their program's educational objectives associated with this
program are as follows:
Program graduates will apply communication skills, lifelong learning attitude, and
the knowledge of mathematics and basic science to attain advancement within the surveying
profession.
Program graduates will exhibit creativity, leadership and team-building abilities,
cultural appreciation and an understanding of global, societal, and environmental
context consistent with the principles of sustainable development.
Program graduates will be engaged in the professional practice of surveying engineering
with high ethical and professional responsibilities.
The program graduates will strive for professional licensure.
Student Outcomes
The student outcomes for the B.S. degree in surveying engineering which are related
to the Program Educational Objectives are listed below. Further, the relationships
to the Program Educational Objectives and the EAC/ABET Criterion 3 (1-7) outcomes
are also identified.
A broad education and knowledge of contemporary issues necessary to understand the
impact of surveying engineering solutions in a global, societal, and environmental
context. (EAC/ABET Criteria 3d, c, h, j) (Program Educational Objectives B and C)
An ability to solve surveying engineering problems in practice by applying fundamental
knowledge of mathematics, statistics, science, and by using modern surveying engineering
techniques, skills, and tools. (EAC/ABET Criteria 3a, k) (Program Educational Objectives
A and D)
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve surveying engineering problems, particularly
the planning, design, establishing horizontal and vertical control, land use design,
boundary determination, mapping and field layout of infrastructure that meet standards
of accuracy and precision, keeping in mind cost, time, safety and quality needs, and
objectives. (EAC/ABET Criteria 3c, e) (Program Educational Objectives A, B C, and
D)
An ability to design and conduct experiments and to analyze and interpret data in
engineering surveying, topographic surveying, geodetic surveying, and boundary surveying.
(EAC/ABET Criteria 3b, j, k) (Program Educational Objectives A,C and D)
An ability to communicate technical material written papers/reports and oral presentations.
(EAC/ABET Criterion 3g) (Program Educational Objective A)
An ability to function within multidisciplinary teams. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3d) (Program
Educational Objective A & C)
An understanding of professional, societal, and ethical practice and responsibilities.
(EAC/ABET Criterion 3f ) (Program Educational Objectives B and C)
A recognition of the importance of professional licensure and students must acquire
and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. (EAC/ABET
Criterion 3i) (Program Educational Objectives A, C and D)
EAC/ABET Criterion 3 (1-7) outcomes
Engineering programs must demonstrate that their students attain:
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying
principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs
with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural,
social, environmental, and economic factors.
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations
and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions
in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership,
create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and
meet objectives.
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret
data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning
strategies.
The Bachelor of Science in Surveying Engineering is accredited by the Engineering
Accreditation Commission of ABET,
https://www.abet.org
, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Surveying and Geomatics
Engineering.
Contact Information
Survey Engineering Technology Programs
(231) 591-2633
[email protected]
Job Market Outlook
A Pathway to Success
Beyond the classroom, the Surveying Engineering program has resources and groups that
help students get positioned for successful careers.
To ensure students receive a high-quality education that evolves with industry needs,
the program is guided by a professional advisory committee. This group includes experienced
representatives from private practice, academia, and government agencies who help
keep the curriculum relevant and career-focused.
Committee Members
Joel East, PS
Thomas Mochty, PS
Senior Vice President Transportation Market Director, Woolpert
Michael C. Barger, PS EIT
Adjunct Instructor 1, Ferris State University
Mark Powell, PS
Senior Surveyor, Fishbeck
Lawrence R. Feindt
Vice President, Advanced Geomatics
Karol L. Grove, PS, CFM
Kelly M. Fedele, PE, PS
Regional Manager (Detroit), DTE Energy
Christopher S. Lamus
Orchard Hiltz & McCliment
Don Lowell, P.L.S.
Adjunct Instructor 1, Ferris State University
John Fenn
Matthew C. Bissett
Vice President Atwell, LLC
Eric Barden
Principal, Geospatial Services
In order to be a professional surveyor in states like Michigan, licensing is required.
This B.S. in Surveying Engineering is approved and recognized by the Michigan State
Board of Licensing for Professional Surveyors.
The Burt and Mullet Student Chapter of the National Society of Professional Surveyors
(NSPS)
The Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors, (MSPS)
Mary Feindt Chapter Lambda Sigma (national surveying honor society)
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Surveying Engineering is accredited by the Engineering
Accreditation Commission of ABET
under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Surveying and Geomatics Engineering.
Learn More from ABET
Contact
College of Engineering Technology
JOH 200
1009 Campus Drive
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Phone: (231) 591-2890
Fax: (231) 591-2946
©
Skip to Top Navigation
Skip to Content
Skip to Footer
Apply
Visit
Request Info
Surveying Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Locations:
Ferris Main Campus
Classes are held on the main campus in Big Rapids, online, or in a mixed delivery
format.
https://ferris.edu
Shape the World as a Surveying Engineer
The Surveying Engineering bachelor’s degree program gives you strong technical skills
and practical field experience to prepare you for a rewarding career in a high-demand
field.
As a surveying engineering student, you'll acquire skills in gathering, examining,
and utilizing spatial data to address practical, real-world problems. From defining
property boundaries to supporting global infrastructure and environmental monitoring,
you'll gain expertise in modern tools like GPS, 3D scanning, GIS, photogrammetry,
geospatial technology, and remote sensing.
With a curriculum designed for the future of the industry, you’ll be ready to lead
projects in government, construction, environmental science, and more. Surveying Engineering
is a profession rooted in precision, innovation, and impact. You’ll help communities
grow safely, sustainably, and smartly.
Apply Now
Request Info
Apply Now
Schedule Visit
LEGACY OF excellence
As one of the largest undergraduate surveying engineering programs in the Midwest,
and among the largest in the nation, the B.S. in Surveying Engineering leads the way
in forward-thinking, industry-aligned education.
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
From internships in Alaska to working with drones, GPS, and laser scanners, surveying
engineering students get hands-on field experience with the latest surveying equipment.
CAREER options
There simply are not enough graduates in surveying engineering to fill the demand
for occupations like cartographers, surveying and mapping technicians, and geographic
information systems professionals.
scholarships
With over a dozen program-specific scholarships to apply to, the surveying engineering
program is committed to supporting students' success.
LEARN More About scholarships
Program Details
Admission Requirements
New Student Admission Requirements
2.75 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.74 with college approval)
Minimum Composite Score of ACT 18/SAT 950, Math Score of ACT 26/SAT 620,
Placement into
MATH 220
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
2.50 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
Placement into
MATH 120
or higher
College Requirements - 66 Credits Required
Major Courses - 66 Credits Required
These courses are used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement.
SURE 110 - Fundamentals of Surveying
Credit Hours:
SURE 115 - Intro To Computer Mapping
Credit Hours:
SURE 215 - Surveying Computation
Credit Hours:
CENG 220 - Engineering Surveying
Credit Hours:
GISC 225 - Principles of GIS
Credit Hours:
CENG 240 - Engineering Statics
Credit Hours:
SURE 230 - Advanced Surveying
Credit Hours:
GISC 239 - Remote Sensing
Credit Hours:
SURE 272 - Prog Applications in Geomatics
Credit Hours:
CENG 321 - Hydraulics Engineering
Credit Hours:
SURE 340 - Photogrammetry
Credit Hours:
SURE 365 - Legal Aspects of Surveying 1
Credit Hours:
SURE 366 - Evidence-Proc Boundary Locat
Credit Hours:
SURE 372 - Adjustment Computations 1
Credit Hours:
SURE 373 - Adjustment Computations 2
Credit Hours:
SURE 420 - Professional Practice of Surveying
Credit Hours:
CENG 421 - Soils Engineering
Credit Hours:
GISC 425 - Tech Issues in GIS-Cartography
Credit Hours:
SURE 453 - Geodesy
Credit Hours:
SURE 465 - Legal Aspects of Survey 2
Credit Hours:
CENG 499 - Applied Research-Survey Engr 2
Credit Hours:
CENG 498 - Applied Research -Survey Engr 1
Credit Hours:
Surveying Technology - Associate of Applied Science
Survey and Mapping - Minor
Surveying - Certificate
Gabor Barsai
Jeff Fouch
Michael Flowers
Michael Barger
Don Lowell
Cory Smith
Roger Vajda
Program Educational Objectives
The B.S. Program in Surveying Engineering is designed to meet the needs of all students
in the program. The surveying engineering program faculty, together with their program
advisers, have revised their program's educational objectives associated with this
program are as follows:
Program graduates will apply communication skills, lifelong learning attitude, and
the knowledge of mathematics and basic science to attain advancement within the surveying
profession.
Program graduates will exhibit creativity, leadership and team-building abilities,
cultural appreciation and an understanding of global, societal, and environmental
context consistent with the principles of sustainable development.
Program graduates will be engaged in the professional practice of surveying engineering
with high ethical and professional responsibilities.
The program graduates will strive for professional licensure.
Student Outcomes
The student outcomes for the B.S. degree in surveying engineering which are related
to the Program Educational Objectives are listed below. Further, the relationships
to the Program Educational Objectives and the EAC/ABET Criterion 3 (1-7) outcomes
are also identified.
A broad education and knowledge of contemporary issues necessary to understand the
impact of surveying engineering solutions in a global, societal, and environmental
context. (EAC/ABET Criteria 3d, c, h, j) (Program Educational Objectives B and C)
An ability to solve surveying engineering problems in practice by applying fundamental
knowledge of mathematics, statistics, science, and by using modern surveying engineering
techniques, skills, and tools. (EAC/ABET Criteria 3a, k) (Program Educational Objectives
A and D)
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve surveying engineering problems, particularly
the planning, design, establishing horizontal and vertical control, land use design,
boundary determination, mapping and field layout of infrastructure that meet standards
of accuracy and precision, keeping in mind cost, time, safety and quality needs, and
objectives. (EAC/ABET Criteria 3c, e) (Program Educational Objectives A, B C, and
D)
An ability to design and conduct experiments and to analyze and interpret data in
engineering surveying, topographic surveying, geodetic surveying, and boundary surveying.
(EAC/ABET Criteria 3b, j, k) (Program Educational Objectives A,C and D)
An ability to communicate technical material written papers/reports and oral presentations.
(EAC/ABET Criterion 3g) (Program Educational Objective A)
An ability to function within multidisciplinary teams. (EAC/ABET Criterion 3d) (Program
Educational Objective A & C)
An understanding of professional, societal, and ethical practice and responsibilities.
(EAC/ABET Criterion 3f ) (Program Educational Objectives B and C)
A recognition of the importance of professional licensure and students must acquire
and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. (EAC/ABET
Criterion 3i) (Program Educational Objectives A, C and D)
EAC/ABET Criterion 3 (1-7) outcomes
Engineering programs must demonstrate that their students attain:
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying
principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs
with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural,
social, environmental, and economic factors.
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations
and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions
in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership,
create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and
meet objectives.
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret
data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning
strategies.
The Bachelor of Science in Surveying Engineering is accredited by the Engineering
Accreditation Commission of ABET,
https://www.abet.org
, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Surveying and Geomatics
Engineering.
Contact Information
Survey Engineering Technology Programs
(231) 591-2633
[email protected]
Job Market Outlook
A Pathway to Success
Beyond the classroom, the Surveying Engineering program has resources and groups that
help students get positioned for successful careers.
To ensure students receive a high-quality education that evolves with industry needs,
the program is guided by a professional advisory committee. This group includes experienced
representatives from private practice, academia, and government agencies who help
keep the curriculum relevant and career-focused.
Committee Members
Joel East, PS
Thomas Mochty, PS
Senior Vice President Transportation Market Director, Woolpert
Michael C. Barger, PS EIT
Adjunct Instructor 1, Ferris State University
Mark Powell, PS
Senior Surveyor, Fishbeck
Lawrence R. Feindt
Vice President, Advanced Geomatics
Karol L. Grove, PS, CFM
Kelly M. Fedele, PE, PS
Regional Manager (Detroit), DTE Energy
Christopher S. Lamus
Orchard Hiltz & McCliment
Don Lowell, P.L.S.
Adjunct Instructor 1, Ferris State University
John Fenn
Matthew C. Bissett
Vice President Atwell, LLC
Eric Barden
Principal, Geospatial Services
In order to be a professional surveyor in states like Michigan, licensing is required.
This B.S. in Surveying Engineering is approved and recognized by the Michigan State
Board of Licensing for Professional Surveyors.
The Burt and Mullet Student Chapter of the National Society of Professional Surveyors
(NSPS)
The Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors, (MSPS)
Mary Feindt Chapter Lambda Sigma (national surveying honor society)
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Surveying Engineering is accredited by the Engineering
Accreditation Commission of ABET
under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Surveying and Geomatics Engineering.
Learn More from ABET
Contact
College of Engineering Technology
JOH 200
1009 Campus Drive
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Phone: (231) 591-2890
Fax: (231) 591-2946
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