勘测是测量周围环境以确定物体或特征的形状和位置的科学。从对石油和天然气等自然资源的勘探到确定两块土地之间的边界以及控制建筑物和公路的布局，测量技能被广泛应用于各种活动。为此，测量师采用了许多技术方法来测量物理世界。这些措施包括使用高度精确的现代仪器来测量和记录距离，角度和高度，以及先进的定位设备，例如全球定位系统（GPS）。在该程序中，您将学习实用的测量技能和技术，以及与测量相关的理论。在整个计划中，您将参加旨在指导您进入测量领域的有监督的现场工作，实验室和项目。您还可以使用现代设备，硬件和软件。
his program introduces you to the science of measuring spatial data including height, distance, angles and coordinates, then using that data to define and map our physical world.<br>In this program you:<br>Spend up to 50% of your classes in the field working in teams<br>Learn through hands-on labs and projects to use instruments such as levels, total stations and satellite-based global positioning systems (GPS) as well as practical measuring techniques<br>Record measurements in field notes and data collectors<br>Learn to process, analyze and present data by using surveying software, computer-aided drafting (CAD) programs, geographic information systems (GIS) platforms and web-based (GPS) applications<br>This program is offered at the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS), Canada's largest geomatics-focused learning environment, and prepares you for a career in the global geomatics sector.<br>Career options - Potential employers include those involved in: Cadastral (legal) surveys, Engineering, Construction<br>Land development, Natural resource development, The skills obtained by survey technicians are used in varied situations, such as:<br>Legal surveys to determine property ownership, Residential and commercial subdivision layouts<br>Construction surveys for roads, dams, buildings and other large structures, Natural resources exploration and development<br>Supplying data to non-surveying professionals (e.g., engineers, architects, etc.)