Civil Surveyor Course In Pakistan

Civil Surveyor Course In Pakistan

Measure. Map. Master the Land. At New Pak Technical Training Centre, our Civil Surveyor Course transforms beginners into skilled land engineers. From handling chains, compasses, and theodolites to Total Stations and GPS, you’ll gain hands-on expertise in surveying, contour mapping, and construction layout. Learn to translate field data into precise maps and digital drawings with AutoCAD, preparing you for high-demand careers in Pakistan and the Gulf. Train on real sites, perform professional measurements, calculate quantities, and master modern surveying techniques to become a confident Civil Surveyor ready to tackle roads, buildings, and bridges.

Course Overview

A Civil Surveyor is the first person to arrive at a construction site and the last to leave. At New Pak Technical Training Center, we offer a highly practical Civil Surveyor course that prepares you to measure land, determine boundaries, and provide critical data for roads, buildings, and bridges. We bridge the gap between field work and engineering design.

Civil Surveyor Course In Pakistan
Civil Surveyor Course In Pakistan

Why Choose Our Civil Surveyor Program?

  • Advanced Equipment Training: Hands-on practice with Total Station, Auto Level, and Theodolite.
  • Real-World Field Work: Students perform actual site surveys, topographical mapping, and leveling exercises.
  • Gulf Career Ready: One of the most respected and high-paying trades for overseas employment in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar.
  • Data Integration: Learn how to transfer field data to computers for engineering analysis.

Detailed Course Modules

06 | Months Certificate

Focus: Mastering the tools and basic leveling.

  • Introduction to Surveying: Understanding units, chains, tapes, and compass surveying.
  • Leveling Mastery: Professional use of the Auto Level to determine elevations and contouring.
  • Angle Measurement: Using the Theodolite for horizontal and vertical angle calculations.
  • Topographical Survey: Mapping the physical features of a land area.

01 | Year Certificate

Focus: High-precision digital surveying and mapping.

  • Total Station Mastery: Complete training on digital Total Stations for distance and coordinate measurement.
  • Digital Mapping: Learning to plot field coordinates into AutoCAD to create survey maps.
  • Road & Bridge Surveying: Setting out curves, embankments, and structural alignments.
  • GPS Surveying: Introduction to Global Positioning Systems (GPS) for large-scale land measurement.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do I Need a Background in Engineering to Join?

No. We start from the absolute basics of measurement. Students with a Matric or Middle school background can successfully become professional surveyors.

Yes, the technical training provided at New Pak is recognized by employers and recruitment agencies for international construction projects.

Yes, the 1-year diploma includes training on how to convert your field survey data into digital drawings using AutoCAD.

Month 1 — INTRODUCTION TO SURVEYING

Theory Topics

1. Introduction To Civil Surveying

  • Definition, scope, and importance of surveying
  • Role of a Civil Surveyor in Pakistan

2. Types Of Surveying (Plane & Geodetic)

  • Differences between plane and geodetic surveying
  • Applications in projects

3. Units Of Measurement

  • Standard units used in surveying (Length, Area, Volume)
  • Conversion techniques

4. Surveying Terminology

  • Common terms and definitions
  • Understanding field and office terms

5. Classification Of Surveys

  • Land surveys and applications
  • Route, construction, and hydrographic survey types

6. Survey Ethics And Professional Conduct

  • Ethical responsibilities
  • Accuracy, honesty, and reporting standards

7. Basic Mathematics For Surveyors

  • Geometry and trigonometry basics
  • Simple calculations for measurements
  • Use in fieldwork and plotting

Practical Sessions

  • Familiarization with surveying instruments
  • Measuring distances using chains and tapes
  • Use of metric units in field
  • Basic field note booking
  • Handling and care of instruments

Month 2 — CHAIN SURVEYING

Theory Topics

1. Principles Of Chain Surveying

  • Basic concept and methodology
  • Surveying procedure overview
  • Applications in small areas

2. Instruments Used In Chain Surveying

  • Chains and tapes
  • Measuring tapes for accuracy
  • Support equipment (plumb bob, pins)

3. Ranging Rods, Arrows, Pegs

  • Purpose and usage in marking
  • Types and materials
  • Placement techniques

4. Offsets (Perpendicular & Oblique)

  • Definition and purpose
  • Measurement methods
  • Recording procedures

5. Errors In Chain Surveying

  • Types: instrumental, natural, personal
  • Causes and detection
  • Impact on survey results

6. Correction Of Errors

  • Methods to adjust measurements
  • Error minimization techniques
  • Verification and recalculation

7. Advantages And Limitations

  • Benefits of chain surveying
  • Situations where it is suitable
  • Constraints and practical challenges

Practical Sessions

  • Chain surveying of a small plot
  • Ranging and offset measurement
  • Field book preparation
  • Plotting chain survey maps
  • Calculation of area

Month 3 — COMPASS SURVEYING

Theory Topics

1. Introduction To Compass Surveying

  • Purpose and applications
  • Basic methodology in the field

2. Types Of Compass

  • Prismatic compass uses
  • Surveyor’s compass uses
  • Differences and selection criteria

3. Bearings And Angles

  • Definition of bearing
  • Measuring angles in the field
  • Recording techniques

4. Whole Circle Bearing (WCB)

  • Concept and calculation
  • Applications in plotting
  • Field measurement procedure

5. Reduced Bearing (RB)

  • Definition and conversion from WCB
  • Use in survey calculations
  • Practical examples

6. Magnetic Meridian

  • Concept and determination
  • Difference from true meridian
  • Field usage

7. Local Attraction

  • Causes of local attraction
  • Effects on measurements
  • Correction methods

Practical Sessions

  • Use of prismatic compass
  • Measurement of bearings
  • Detection of local attraction
  • Plotting compass traverse
  • Correction of bearings

Month 4 — PLANE TABLE SURVEYING

Theory Topics

1. Plane Table Surveying Principles

  • Basic concept and purpose
  • Field procedure overview
  • Applications in small to medium areas

2. Equipment And Accessories

  • Plane table, alidade, drawing board
  • Tripod, spirit level, and sighting tools
  • Station markers and pins

3. Methods Of Plane Table Surveying

  • Radiation method
  • Intersection method
  • Traversing method

4. Errors In Plane Table Survey

  • Instrumental, personal, and natural errors
  • Causes and detection
  • Minimization techniques

4. Advantages And Disadvantages

  • Benefits of immediate plotting
  • Situations where plane table is suitable
  • Limitations in large-scale surveys

Practical Sessions

  • Setting up plane table
  • Radiation method
  • Intersection method
  • Traversing method
  • Preparation of site map

Month 5 — LEVELLING (HEIGHT & LEVEL MEASUREMENT)

Theory Topics

1. Introduction To Levelling

  • Purpose and applications in surveying
  • Basic concept of height measurement

2. Types Of Levels

  • Dumpy level and its usage
  • Auto level functions
  • Digital level advantages

3. Terms Used In Levelling

  • Bench mark, back sight, fore sight
  • Reduced level, staff reading
  • Height of instrument

4. Types Of Levelling

  • Differential levelling
  • Profile levelling
  • Fly levelling

5. Errors And Corrections

  • Instrumental, natural, and personal errors
  • Methods to detect and correct errors
  • Minimizing measurement discrepancies

6. Curvature And Refraction

  • Effect of Earth’s curvature on levelling
  • Refraction correction methods
  • Importance in long-distance levelling

Practical Sessions

  • Temporary and permanent adjustments
  • Fly levelling
  • Profile levelling
  • Differential levelling
  • Preparation of level book
  • Calculation of Reduced Levels (RL)

Month 6 — THEODOLITE SURVEYING

Theory Revision & Mock Tests

1. Introduction To Theodolite

  • Purpose and applications in surveying
  • Basic concept of angle measurement

2. Types Of Theodolite

  • Transit theodolite
  • Digital/electronic theodolite
  • Selection criteria for fieldwork

3. Parts And Functions

  • Telescope, horizontal and vertical circles
  • Levelling screws and tripod
  • Vernier and reading scales

4. Measurement Of Horizontal & Vertical Angles

  • Procedure for measuring horizontal angles
  • Procedure for measuring vertical angles
  • Recording and calculation methods

5. Traversing With Theodolite

  • Open and closed traverse methods
  • Plotting traverse points
  • Field measurement techniques

6. Errors And Adjustments

  • Instrumental and observational errors
  • Adjustment methods for accuracy
  • Calibration and verification techniques
 

Practical Final Assessment

  • Setting up and leveling the theodolite
  • Angle measurement
  • Theodolite traversing
  • Plotting traverse
  • Field calculations

Month 7: TACHEOMETRY & CONTOURING

Theory Topics

1. Principles Of Tacheometric Surveying

  • Concept of rapid distance and elevation measurement
  • Basic tacheometry formulae
  • Applications in topographic surveys

2. Instruments Used

  • Tacheometer/EDM instrument
  • Staff and stadia wires
  • Tripod and leveling accessories

3. Contour Definition And Characteristics

  • Definition of contours
  • Contour interval and horizontal equivalent
  • Features shown by contours

4. Methods Of Contouring

  • Direct method (field measurement)
  • Indirect method (interpolation)
  • Radial and grid methods

5. Uses Of Contour Maps

  • Topographic mapping
  • Engineering and construction planning
  • Drainage and watershed analysis

Practical Sessions

  • Tacheometric distance measurement
  • Preparation of contour maps
  • Interpretation of contour plans
  • Field data collection

Month 8 — TOTAL STATION SURVEYING

Theory Topics

1. Introduction To Total Station

  • Purpose and applications in surveying
  • Comparison with traditional surveying methods
  • Overview of functionality

2. Components And Functions

  • Electronic theodolite
  • EDM (Electronic Distance Measurement)
  • Data storage and processing unit

3. Advantages Of Total Station

  • High accuracy measurements
  • Time efficiency in fieldwork
  • Integration with GPS and CAD software

4. Data Collection Methods

  • Coordinate measurement
  • Stakeout and alignment procedures
  • Recording and transferring data

5. Errors And Precautions

  • Instrumental and observational errors
  • Environmental factors affecting readings
  • Calibration and proper handling techniques

Practical Final Assessment

  • Total Station setup
  • Coordinate measurement
  • Traversing using Total Station
  • Data downloading
  • Field to office workflow

Month 9: GPS & MODERN SURVEY TECHNIQUESG

Theory Topics

1. Introduction To GPS

  • Basic concept and working principle
  • Components of a GPS system
  • Applications in surveying

2. Types Of GPS Surveying

  • Static GPS
  • Kinematic GPS
  • Differential GPS (DGPS)

3. Accuracy And Limitations

  • Factors affecting GPS accuracy
  • Sources of errors (atmospheric, multipath)
  • Ways to improve measurement reliability

4. GIS Basics

  • Definition and purpose of GIS
  • Integration with survey data
  • Basic mapping and analysis functions

5. Remote Sensing Overview

  • Principle of remote sensing
  • Types of sensors and imagery
  • Applications in topography and planning

Practical Sessions

  • GPS device handling
  • Coordinate mapping
  • Site boundary survey
  • Basic GIS data usage

Month 10 — CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING

Theory Topics

1. Surveying For Buildings

  • Site analysis and preparation
  • Plotting building corners and axes
  • Checking levels and dimensions

2. Layout Of Foundations

  • Marking foundation lines
  • Ensuring alignment and squareness
  • Depth and level verification

3. Road & Bridge Surveying

  • Centerline and alignment setting
  • Cross-section measurements
  • Gradient and elevation checks

4. Alignment & Setting Out

  • Establishing control points
  • Transferring design to field
  • Use of levels, theodolites, and total stations

5. Earthwork Calculation

  • Volume computation for cut and fill
  • Estimating material requirements
  • Balancing and optimization of earthwork

Practical Final Assessment

  • Building layout on site
  • Column & foundation marking
  • Road centerline survey
  • Cut and fill calculations

Month 11: QUANTITY & ESTIMATION (BASIC)

Theory Topics

1. Introduction To Estimation

  • Purpose and importance in construction projects
  • Overview of project cost planning
  • Role of a civil estimator

2. Measurement Rules

  • Units of measurement (length, area, volume)
  • Standard measurement techniques
  • Measurement conventions in construction

3. Earthwork Quantity

  • Calculation of cut and fill volumes
  • Methods for computing embankments and excavations
  • Use of contour and levels in earthwork estimation

4. Basic BOQ Preparation

  • Definition and purpose of Bill of Quantities
  • Itemization of materials and work
  • Format and structure of a basic BOQ

5. Rate Analysis

  • Components of rate (materials, labor, equipment)
  • Calculation of unit rates
  • Application in cost estimation

Practical Sessions

  • Quantity takeoff from drawings
  • Earthwork calculation
  • Simple cost estimation

Month 12: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE & FIELD TRAINING

Theory Topics

1. Survey Laws And Land Records In Pakistan

  • Legal framework for land surveys
  • Types of land records
  • Roles and responsibilities of surveyors

2. Introduction To Revenue Survey

  • Purpose and applications
  • Field procedures and documentation
  • Interaction with local authorities

3. Reading Cadastral Maps

  • Understanding plot boundaries
  • Scale interpretation
  • Marking and referencing in the field

4. Safety Rules On Construction Sites

  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Hazard identification and mitigation
  • Compliance with safety regulations

5. Report Writing

  • Structure of a survey report
  • Recording field observations
  • Preparation of maps and documentation

Practical Final Assessment

  • Complete field project
  • Survey report preparation
  • Viva & final assessment

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