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Principles And Practice Of Surveying Exam Prep
Overview
Taking the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam is the first step to becoming a surveying engineer, and we’re here to help you pass! Our FS exam prep course is designed specifically using NCEES’ exam specifications, which means you’ll cover the topics likely to appear on the exam. Access engaging lecture videos and apply what you’ve learned with hand-on practice problems. Register with the #1-ranked exam prep provider now and get ready to pass on your first try!
Overview
Taking the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam is the first step to becoming a surveying engineer, and we’re here to help you pass! Our FS exam prep course is designed specifically using NCEES’ exam specifications, which means you’ll cover the topics likely to appear on the exam. Access engaging lecture videos and apply what you’ve learned with hand-on practice problems. Register with the #1-ranked exam prep provider now and get ready to pass on your first try!
Key Features
- Submit Questions to Instructors
- Multiple Instructors Teach Each Specialty
- 24/7/365 Student Support
Course Formats
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Legal Principles
Business/Professional Practices
Public Land Surveying System
Boundary Control
Geodesy, Map Projection, Control and Satellite Positioning
Subdivision Development and Area Calculations
Topographic Mapping, GIS, Photogrammetry and Hydrographic Surveying
Construction Surveying and Earthworks Calculations
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Ondemand Bundle
This is the perfect option for especially busy schedules. Study at your own pace and gain access to course materials immediately upon registration.
What's Included:
- Instructor-Prepared Course Notes
- Study Hub
- Calculator Training Module
- Engineering Training Module
Course Features:
Instructor Support
Submit questions to your instructor through your Study Hub.
Lecture Videos
Follow along with your instructor’s recorded video lectures.
Study Anytime, Anywhere, on Any Device
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Free Repeat
If you did not pass your exam, you may be eligible for a free repeat. For additional details, see our Free Repeat page.
Personalized Study Plan
Answer a few questions about your learning priorities as well as the days and times you can study, and a personalized study plan will be generated to help keep you on track. This plan is adaptive and can be adjusted to reflect your changing schedule!
Discussion Forum
Use the discussion forum in your Study Hub to share questions, answers, and information with your classmates.
Study Hub
Our Study Hub is the one-stop shop for all students enrolled in a Live Online, Ondemand, or bundled course. Through this login page, you will be able to track your progress, start and stop course recordings, access study resources like flashcards, interact with your instructors and classmates, and more!
Digital Study Materials:
Instructor-Prepared Course Notes
School of PE instructors generate their own notes and handouts for students to use in conjunction with course lectures. These instructor-prepared files are a student favorite: in fact, 95% of School of PE students commented that they considered these notes to be necessary to their exam preparation.
Additional Study Materials:
Casio fx-115 ES Plus Advanced Scientific Calendar
With an enlarged LCD screen, this calculator is easy to read and contains a wide variety of features like 47 built-in constants, 40+ unit conversions, numeric integration/differentiation, and more!
Why School of PE?
- 93% Average Pass Rates
- #1-Rated Engineering Exam Prep Courses
- Subject-Matter Expert Instructors
- 63,000+ Busy Professionals Helped
- 24/7/365 Student Support
Why Enroll Today?
- Affirm Financing Available We have teamed up with Affirm, allowing you to focus on your upcoming exam without stressing about how to pay for a review course. Register now and pay over time—it’s that simple!
- Jumpstart Your Exam Prep With an Ondemand course, you will be able to start studying with course content and materials as soon as you register.
FAQ:
What type of questions should I expect on this exam?
This exam is computer-based and features alternative item types (AITs) like multiple correct, point and click, drag and drop, and fill in the blank.
What is the difference between Live Online classes and an Ondemand course?
With Live Online classes, you receive the experience of studying in a live classroom with an instructor—everything takes place virtually. Ondemand courses consist of pre-recorded lecture videos you can watch at your convenience.
What if I don’t pass my exam?
Please check out our Free Repeat policy page for more information.
Can I access my course material on my mobile device or tablet?
Yes, you will be able to access your course material through our mobile app.
See more on our FAQs page.
Study Materials
AR Features In Our Book
These features enhance the learning experience and memory recognition.
Readers need a mobile device (iOS or Android)—a phone or tablet—to view the AR content. In addition, they must install the free TotalAR app. (Instructions for downloading the app are available in the book.)
Using this app, readers can scan predefined images and special codes while reading the book to perform different types of activities:
- Flash Cards – Each chapter contains a flash cards target. When the target is scanned, readers will be able to view flash cards associated with that chapter in order to learn terminology and prepare better for the exam.
- Quizzes – A quiz target also appears in each chapter. When that target is scanned, readers can take a quiz associated with that chapter to test their knowledge of the material.
- Errata List – When a predefined target is scanned, readers can see the latest errata list.
When you purchase the book, you will have one year of complimentary access to the above AR features. However, there is also premium paid AR content listed below, which is available via monthly subscription at an additional cost:
- Video Lectures – Each chapter contains a video lecture, available through monthly subscriptions. When a target is scanned, readers can view videos where a subject matter expert (SME) explains the chapter content. This should help readers understand the content quicker.
- Ask an Expert – When this target is scanned and a monthly subscription is purchased, the reader will be able to send questions to a relevant subject matter expert to clarify information via email.
- Tutoring – Scanning these targets and purchasing a tutoring package will allow readers to interact one on one with a tutor, who is also an SME, to learn the material with live interaction.
Preview
Everything You Should Know About the PS Exam
The PS exam is one of the last steps before becoming a licensed professional surveyor. It is designed for surveyors who have passed the FS exam and gained a minimum of 4 years of professional experience.
Prerequisites
Before you are allowed to take the PS exam, you will need to meet several requirements specified by NCEES. Because states’ requirements all vary, we suggest checking with your state board.
Exam Fees
A fee of $300 will be due to NCEES before you can sit for the PS exam. Because every state may have different registration procedures, we suggest you check with your state’s licensing board in case there are separate applications or fees required to register.
Exam Day
This exam is 7 hours long, computer-based, and includes 100 questions. On the day of the exam, you will be given a virtual version of the NCEES PS Reference Handbook. You will also have access to a digital calculator and onscreen whiteboard. A free copy of this handbook is available for download through your MyNCEES account. You can also download the free NCEES Examinee Guide to learn more about what to expect on the day of the FS exam.
After the Exam
CBT exam results are typically available 7 to 10 days after you take the FS exam. NCEES will send you an email with instructions on how to view and understand your exam review results through your NCEES account. If you are curious to learn more about this process, please click here.
Hear From Our Students
The School of PE course was structured to cover the material that will be on the test. There is no better way to have a comprehensive review of what you can expect on the test than a review course such as this.
- Mr. Hunt | Michigan DOT
School of PE was worth the time and the money. Some of the questions on the exam were directly from the notes. The instructors were knowledgeable and had good advice to share.
- Mrs. Elwood | AECOM
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