Surveying and mapping appeals to students
Andrea Masenda
Section: News
Some students mistakenly think it is an easy program, or that it strictly is a man's job. Some think that it is all about being physical and that most of the time is spent outdoors or in the field.
"Most see a survey crew out collecting measurements for mapping and think 'Ah! That's what a surveyor does.' It is a great deal of fun, and it is just as hard to keep our female students in front of the computer as it is for us to keep the males there on a beautiful day in April or November," said Williams.
Another common misconception is the amount of math that is required. The ability to excel in math is a definite trait that students should possess.
"You cannot be afraid of math," Williams said.
Surveying is engineering application mathematics, and the mathematical models created are used for the engineering projects.
Regardless of the demanding course work required for a degree in Surveying and Mapping, students find it to be a very enjoyable employment option. Rutledge had the best of both worlds, because not only did he love the aspects of surveying, it was something that he had been familiar with from a young age.
"My dad has a surveying company, and I've been working for him for about five years." Rutledge says. He plans to have a very long future in Surveying and Mapping Technology.
Not only is the program enjoyable for the students, but the advisers also love what they do.
"It's a really neat group of students," said Adviser Stephanie Rigdeon-Arriola. "They all know what their ending goal is, so they don't waste a lot of time to achieve it."
The Surveying and Mapping Technology Program at Tyler Junior College is always opening its doors to aspiring minds. A summer camp is held free of charge every year that enables young students to come and learn the ropes of the program. Meals and lodging are also provided with the program. This summer will be the 12th year in operation.
"Most see a survey crew out collecting measurements for mapping and think 'Ah! That's what a surveyor does.' It is a great deal of fun, and it is just as hard to keep our female students in front of the computer as it is for us to keep the males there on a beautiful day in April or November," said Williams.
Another common misconception is the amount of math that is required. The ability to excel in math is a definite trait that students should possess.
"You cannot be afraid of math," Williams said.
Surveying is engineering application mathematics, and the mathematical models created are used for the engineering projects.
Regardless of the demanding course work required for a degree in Surveying and Mapping, students find it to be a very enjoyable employment option. Rutledge had the best of both worlds, because not only did he love the aspects of surveying, it was something that he had been familiar with from a young age.
"My dad has a surveying company, and I've been working for him for about five years." Rutledge says. He plans to have a very long future in Surveying and Mapping Technology.
Not only is the program enjoyable for the students, but the advisers also love what they do.
"It's a really neat group of students," said Adviser Stephanie Rigdeon-Arriola. "They all know what their ending goal is, so they don't waste a lot of time to achieve it."
The Surveying and Mapping Technology Program at Tyler Junior College is always opening its doors to aspiring minds. A summer camp is held free of charge every year that enables young students to come and learn the ropes of the program. Meals and lodging are also provided with the program. This summer will be the 12th year in operation.
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