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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!

PE Civil Course Overview

Key Features

  • Submit Questions to Instructors
  • Multiple Instructors Teach Each Specialty
  • 24/7/365 Student Support

Course Formats

Choose Your Course Delivery Method

Ondemand

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

School of PE courses and resources can be accessed on any device (computer, phone, tablet, etc.) connected to the internet.

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

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.

Principles And Practice Of Surveying Course Instructors

Elaksher
Dr. Elaksher, PhD, P.E., P.L.S

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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