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Surveying Resources
A free directory of surveying resources — professional associations, state licensing boards, standards bodies and educational programs — organized by state and by type.
ABET
(ABET)
ABET is a nonprofit organization that accredits postsecondary academic programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology, both in the United States and internationally. Its work centers on accrediting academic programs and assessing student learning outcomes so that graduates are prepared to enter professional practice. ABET accreditation matters to the surveying profession…
The Board is comprised of nine members, appointed by the Governor. There are five professional engineers (PE), two professional land surveyors (PLS) and two public members. All members are appointed for a five year term. The Board reviews applications, develops and administers the state specific licensing examination, licenses qualified applicants, and regulates the professional practice…
The Alabama Society of Professional Land Surveyors is the primary professional association representing licensed land surveyors, survey technicians, students, and surveying businesses across Alabama. The society runs continuing education programs, a job board, and a member directory, and hosts recurring statewide events including summer and fall conferences. ASPLS advocates on legislative and regulatory issues affecting…
The Alaska Society of Professional Land Surveyors formed in 1959, during Alaska’s transition from territory to statehood, when surveyors organized to defend the profession’s legal scope of practice as new state licensing laws were being drafted. The society continues to promote surveying practice, professional standards, and public understanding of the profession in Alaska. ASPLS holds…
A survey technician (technical engineer) apprenticeship administered by the Alaska Teamster-Employer Service Training Trust — the state’s Teamster-model program, distinct from the operating-engineer JACs elsewhere. Trains apprentices for utility, road, building, mining, and pipeline survey work. Enrollment opens in periodic application windows.
Alfred State College
(SUNY)
ABET-accredited associate and bachelor's degrees in surveying and geomatics engineering technology, meeting New York PLS education requirements.
The American Association for Geodetic Surveying (AAGS) is a national membership organization for professionals working in geodesy, geodetic surveying, and land information systems. It was historically one of the constituent member societies of the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM); when ACSM merged into the National Society of Professional Surveyors in 2012, AAGS remained…
The U.S. Department of Labor’s national registry of registered apprenticeship programs for surveying and mapping technicians (SOC 17-3031). A searchable, always-current directory of programs by state — the place to look for a registered surveying apprenticeship in any state not yet listed here individually.
Arizona Professional Land Surveyors is the state’s professional society for licensed land surveyors, organized to uphold professional standards and ethical practice while raising public awareness of surveying. The association supports local chapters around the state and maintains a searchable directory of members in private practice. APLS operates a dedicated job board and a calendar of…
The Arizona Board of Technical Registration is a self-sustaining regulatory board consisting of eleven members, appointed by the Governor, who represent the professional fields regulated by the Board. Mission Statement, per A.R.S. § 32-101: “The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the safety, health and welfare of the public through the promulgation and…
The Arkansas Society of Professional Surveyors is the state’s principal professional association for licensed land surveyors, headquartered in Hot Springs. The society maintains a member directory, a career center listing surveying job openings, and an education portal for continuing education. It also publishes a licensure resource page explaining the path to becoming a professional surveyor…
The Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing seeks to promote workplace health and safety through consultation and enforcement; protect employers and employees from financial burden imposed by work-related injury and disease; and provide consumer protection through occupational licensing as authorized by Arkansas law.
Asheville-Buncombe Technical CC
(A-B Tech)
Associate degree and land-surveying certificate in geomatics technology, preparing graduates to pursue North Carolina PLS licensure.
The mandate of the Association of Canada Lands Surveyors (ACLS) is to regulate and govern the practice of surveying on Canada Lands and private lands in the territories, for the protection of the public interest, in accordance with the Canada Lands Surveyors Act, SC 1998, c. 14, – 1998, its Regulations and Bylaws. The practice…