Survey Technology Degree

The technical nature of Surveying Technology best described as a field of study in focused on the assessment, analysis, and technical skills involved in modern day surveying. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer survey technology degrees.

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SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF)

310 Administration Building, Stony Brook, NY

SUNY-ESF provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Syracuse, New York and publically funded. Enrollment at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is nearly 2,700 annually.

Areas of study available at SUNY-ESF include:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Architecture
• Natural Resources And Conservation
• Engineering

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. A score between 1080 to 1270 on the SAT, or 23 to 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry admits about 50% of students applying. Of those students admitted, around 33% attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at esf.edu.

The tuition at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,900 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 for the year. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $8,100 per year. Students enrolled at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

Students who wish to learn more about this school may visit their website at http://www.esf.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Survey Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. ESF offers an associate's degree program in survey technology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

Description

Collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data. Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, cartographers and photogrammetrists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $64460

Surveyors

Description

Make exact measurements and determine property boundaries. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation, construction, and other purposes.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, surveyors employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $89440
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $76430

Surveying Technicians

Description

Adjust and operate surveying instruments, such as the theodolite and electronic distance-measuring equipment, and compile notes, make sketches and enter data into computers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, surveying technicians employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -7.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 710
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $46280
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $50200

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).