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  • Cadastral Surveys - Principles and Practices

    Credits: 2 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course offers a comprehensive examination of cadastral surveys, focusing on the technical, legal, and administrative processes involved in establishing and re-establishing land parcel boundaries. It explores the historical development, regulatory frameworks, field methodologies, and modern technologies used in cadastral surveying. 

    The course is intended for professional land surveyors and engineers involved in boundary surveys, land development, title documentation, and dispute resolution. Through a structured review of core concepts and real-world applications, participants will gain a solid understanding of cadastral systems and their critical role in land administration.

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    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    • Understand the purpose and scope of cadastral surveys in land administration systems.
    • Identify legal and technical requirements for conducting cadastral surveys.
    • Interpret cadastral maps, plats, and metes-and-bounds descriptions.
    • Apply standard practices for conducting and certifying boundary surveys.
    • Utilize modern technologies such as GNSS, GIS, and total stations in cadastral surveying.
    • Recognize the importance of cadastral records in resolving boundary disputes and supporting property rights.

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    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

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    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.


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    Intended Audience: This course is intended for licensed professionals in land surveying, civil engineering, geospatial engineering, construction engineering, and municipal engineering. 
    Publication Source: Cadistics Courseware

    Donald Parnell, PE

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