PS — Surveying Degree Pathway
Detailed licensing requirements and pathways
SOURCE SUMMARY
Surveyor-in-training definition indicates graduates from approved 4-year surveying curriculum accredited by the board who pass fundamental surveying examination
Requirements at a Glance
Visual summary of what this pathway requires
Education
ABET
Bachelor
Exams
FS
PS
Education Requirements
| Type | Parameters | Required | Source | Citation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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EDUCATION
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degree_level:
BS
discipline:
surveying
accreditation:
EAC/ABET
years:
4
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Required
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New Jersey Statutes - Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor |
N.J.S.A. 45:8 - Definition (l) 'surveyor-in-training'; P.L. 1938, c.342 (C.45:8-35)
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Graduate in an approved surveying curriculum of four years or more from a school or college accredited by the board as of satisfactory standing. Land surveyor defined as person educated in principles of mathematics, related physical and applied sciences, and relevant requirements of law
90% confidence
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Examination Requirements
Two-tier examination process: FS for surveyor-in-training status, PS for full licensure
| Type | Parameters | Required | Source | Citation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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EXAM
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exam:
FS
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Required
|
New Jersey Statutes - Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor |
N.J.S.A. 45:8 - Definition (l) 'surveyor-in-training'; P.L. 1938, c.342 (C.45:8-35)
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Successfully passed an examination in the fundamental surveying subjects, approved by the board
95% confidence
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EXAM
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exam:
PS
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Required
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New Jersey Statutes - Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor |
N.J.S.A. 45:8 - Professional Land Surveyor licensure requirements
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PS examination required for full licensure (referenced in context)
85% confidence
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