Online B.S. in Surveying Engineering Technology (SET)

NJIT’s ABET-ETAC accredited B.S. in Surveying Engineering Technology delivers rigorous surveyor training that fuses classic boundary law with cutting-edge geospatial data collection techniques such as drone mapping, laser scanning, CAD modeling and AI-driven analytics. Learn measurement science while completing coursework that details the requirements for becoming a professional surveyor in the U.S., positioning you to sit for New Jersey’s licensure exam and contribute to projects that shape safe, sustainable infrastructure. 

Why Choose NJIT for Your Surveying Engineering Technology Bachelor's Degree? 

Our hybrid program surrounds you with the full spectrum of field and office practice. Students will plan and execute boundary and topographic surveys, drone mapping, laser scanning and CAD using resources found in our Advanced Air Mobility Lab and NJIT Makerspace. These are exactly the skills that surveying employers and licensure boards prioritize. Our bachelor’s degree in surveying is delivered by expert faculty who bridge the built environmental industry, research and law so you graduate prepared to excel in real work and qualify for professional surveying licensure. 

Program Overview 

This program is ideal for those seeking to master boundary and construction surveying, site planning and geospatial coordination — preparing graduates to lead infrastructure projects and pursue licensure as Professional Land Surveyors. At NJIT, you’ll discover what tools are used in advanced surveying education, from drones and laser scanners to CAD suites and AI-powered analytics — while mastering the legal and spatial principles that keep our built environment safe and resilient. Apply learned technologies to real-world boundary and topographic challenges, so you can step into your new career confidently.  

• Total credits: 60
• Average completion time: 2 years full time, 5 years part time (assumes 2 courses a semester)  
• Format: Predominantly online with some courses being hybrid 
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Start mapping the future with precision and purpose at NJIT. Apply today. 

Who Should Apply? 

This program is ideal for: 

• Students eager to master construction site layout techniques and apply precise measurements to infrastructure projects in a hybrid learning format 
• Learners pursuing a bachelor's degree in surveying who want applied experience with drone-mapping, laser scanning, CAD and sited development workflows 
• Tech-curious transfer or career-change candidates ready to deepen their geospatial and legal expertise for licensure and project leadership 
• People exploring careers available with a bachelor’s in surveying and aiming to lead infrastructure initiatives or launch their own surveying business 

What You’ll Learn  

Our surveying degree blends applied learning with advanced technology and field-based practice, preparing you to capture, interpret and use spatial data across construction, infrastructure and land development while navigating the legal and technical systems that shape the built environment. 

• Plan and execute boundary, topographic and construction surveys using drones, laser scanners and GNSS instruments for centimeter-level accuracy 
• Transform raw measurements into precise engineering maps with CAD, digital terrain modeling and 3-D visualization tools 
• Apply construction surveying and AI techniques to analyze geospatial data and guide decisions in land development, transportation and infrastructure planning 
• Evaluate the legal foundations of surveying to resolve property disputes, support permitting and ensure compliance across jurisdictions 
• Apply construction site layout techniques that keep bridges, roads and buildings aligned to exact design specifications 
• Explore the diverse careers available with a bachelor’s in surveying, from private practice to roles in engineering firms, government agencies and geospatial technology companies 

Career Outcomes 

Built on a platform of professional surveyor training that blends field instrumentation, mapping technologies and regulatory expertise, this program prepares graduates to lead in construction, land development and infrastructure planning. Career paths include: 

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) 
• Boundary and Legal Survey Specialist 
• Construction Survey Project Manager 
• Geodetic or Hydrographic Survey Lead 
• Site Development and Infrastructure Consultant 
• GIS and Geospatial Data Manager 
• Transportation or Utility Mapping Specialist 
• Surveying Firm Owner or Entrepreneur 

The wide range of careers available with a bachelor’s in surveying extends across government agencies, private consulting and tech-driven geospatial firms. Apply today. 

Admissions Requirements

This program accepts students for the Fall and Spring semesters. For helpful resources on how to apply for the B.S. in Surveying Engineering Technology degree, refer to:  

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Why a B.S. in Surveying Engineering Technology Matters Today 

With infrastructure projects expanding nationwide and environmental conditions shifting rapidly, the need for skilled Professional Land Surveyors has never been greater. A bachelor’s degree in surveying engineering technology prepares graduates to meet these demands combining field-based expertise, advanced instrumentation and construction technologies to guide development. From staking complex job sites and modeling terrain change to advising legal teams on property disputes, surveyors deliver the geospatial insight that keeps projects resilient, compliant and adaptive to future demands. 

Companies Based in and Around Newark, New Jersey Hiring Professionals with Surveying Engineering Technology Expertise 

Frequently Asked Questions 

• What can you do with a degree in surveying engineering technology? 
  
  With a bachelor's degree in surveying, you can step into roles that anchor major infrastructure and land-development projects with precise spatial data. The spectrum of careers available with a bachelor’s in surveying spans boundary surveying for engineering firms, GIS analysis for public agencies, drone-based mapping for environmental consultancies and more. Day to day, professionals apply advanced construction site layout techniques to keep bridges, roads and utilities aligned to exact specifications while also advising on property disputes and resilience planning. In every setting, surveying technologists transform measurements into actionable insights that shape safer, smarter communities. 

• What tools are used in modern surveying education? 
  
  Modern programs leading to a bachelor's degree in surveying train students on professional-grade instruments used in the field. Coursework centers on UAVs with photogrammetry and LiDAR payloads, terrestrial laser scanners, high-precision GNSS receivers and total stations — hardware that supports both boundary and topographic surveys in real time. Equally important are GIS and CAD platforms where data become engineering-grade models, along with analytics suites that demonstrate the skills taught in a surveying engineering technology program. 

• Can I earn a surveying degree online while working full time? 
  
  Yes. NJIT’s online path lets you take surveying courses at a pace that fits a full-time job, typically fewer than 12 credits per semester. You will still engage with hands-on topics like GPS and GNSS surveying and construction site layout techniques, but most upper-division work is delivered asynchronously so you can study evenings or weekends. Following this part-time track, you can expect to finish the B.S. in Surveying Engineering Technology in about six to seven years while keeping your career on course.  

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