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Certification
Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level 1
National Society of Professional Surveyors
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CST is a comprehensive national certification program for survey technicians, and is sponsored by the National Society of Professional Surveyors. The Certified Survey Technician Board administers the program, which is intended to gauge technical capabilities and general knowledge of workplace safety and procedures.
Identify and differentiate types of surveying and their basic applications in the fieldCare for, set up, and operate surveying field equipment and instruments including basic historical knowledgeApply mathematics and measurements to perform survey computations including linear, angular, elevation, and unit conversionsIdentify and differentiate types of horizontal and vertical survey control pointsPerform field duties including line clearing, establishing points, taping, leveling, and compass readingRecord and interpret basic surveying field notes for standard field operationsRead and interpret surveying maps to obtain basic spatial informationApply basic first aid practices and safety procedures including OSHA standards for surveying and construction operationsApply basic drafting and CAD skills, tools, and procedures for survey documentationHandle, set up, and care for electronic surveying instruments and accessoriesDemonstrate knowledge of the historical development of survey procedures and practices