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Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I apply to the Land Survey Program?

First, if you have never been an MCC student, you will need to apply to the college. (MCC Application for Admission) The application for admission must be filled out online and takes about 24 hours to be recognized by our system after submission. Transcripts showing any previous college credit should be ordered and sent to MCC.

If you have taken classes at MCC within the last two years, your application and information should still be in the system. If it has been longer than two years since any activity to your account, you will need to fill out a new application.

If you have already earned a college degree, make sure to indicate such on your application.

2. How do I start taking Land Survey courses?

The first consideration to beginning land survey courses is the math prerequisite. SRVY 135, Elementary Surveying requires Math 105 - Algebra and Trigonometry for Land Surveyors, or Math 120 - College Algebra AND Math 130 - Trigonometry. Students without thes math prerequisite may make arrangements with the department (816.672.2510) to take the Trigonometry placement test. (study topics available)

Depending on your math background, you may have to take a few semesters of math before being eligible to take the SRVY courses.

The second consideration should be the rotation of the land survey classes. Not all classes are offered every semester and a student must have Elementary Surveying before they can enroll in the other SRVY classes.

3. Why is the math prerequisite so important?

Although much of the equipment used in land surveying in the field does calculations automatically, it is important for students to know how to do the math manually. SRVY 135 teaches students about land surveying from a “pen and paper” standpoint. The success rate for students with weak math backgrounds is low. Also, a strong math understanding is necessary for success in passing the LSIT exam.

4. How long does it take to complete the AAS in Land Surveying?

The majority of courses required for the AAS in Land Survey can be completed within two years. However, because some of the SRVY courses rotate, there is often a lag period before the last courses can be completed. See the course rotation.

5. What if I have been working in the land survey field for years?

The student population in our program consists mainly of those already in the field. They are either trying to earn the 12 hours of SRVY credit that it takes to qualify to sit for the LSIT (Missouri) or they are pursuing the 60 hours required in Kansas. Even though many students have been surveying for years, we still require either the math prerequisite or a satisfactory score on the trigonometry placement test.

6. What does it take to become a registered land surveyor?

http://surveyingcareer.com

7. What kind of job opportunities are there?

http://mcckc.edu/research/employmentOutlook/Land_Survey.pdf

8. Can I take another SRVY course at the same time as I am taking SRVY 135?

Occasionally, depending on background, instructors will allow students to enroll in courses concurrently. Instructor approval is required.

9. Can I test out of SRVY 135?

This is called "Credit by Exam". While this has been done, and can be an option, there is an upfront fee of one half the price of the traditional course. The exam is given pass/fail and it is comprehensive, based on the curriculum of SRVY 135. Again, math skills are extremely important. The fee for Credit by Exam is non-refundable.

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