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LAND SURVEYORS
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CORRESPONDENCE COURSES - Available in either PDF or CD-ROM format
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RELATIVE POSITIONAL ACCURACY - 2 PDH - The purpose of this course is to review concepts of Relative Positional Accuracy (RPA) and provide information on accuracy standards for both horizontal and vertical measurements. It also provides examples of RPA calculations. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
SURVEYING FOR CONTOUR MAPS - 2 PDH - The course reviews methods used to develop contour maps, the surveyor's role in gathering field data and how contour maps can be used during the design process. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
ESTABLISHING THE KY - TN BORDER - 2 PDH - The purpose of this course is to retrace the steps of over 130 years of surveying that led to the determination and monumentation of the common state boundary line of Kentucky and Tennessee. Over this time there were a number of surveyors and survey teams who interacted with state legislatures and the courts in seeking a final resolution to establishing the Kentucky - Tennessee border. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
SURVEYING STATUTES AND REGULATIONS - 4 PDH - This course provides the licensed professional land surveyor an overview of the statutes and regulations that apply to the various aspects of land surveying in Kentucky. The course covers both the Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS) and Kentucky Administrative Regulations (KAR) that apply to land surveying. Course cost is $80.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
UNDERGROUND SURVEYING - 2 PDH - This course provides an overview of the necessary steps to perform subsurface or underground mining and quarrying surveying and mapping. It addresses the required Mine Safety and Health Administration training, procedures and regulations including the surveyor's personal protection equipment and clothing. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
STAFF MANAGEMENT - 2 PDH - This course describes the components of a successful company employee management system. It covers employee engagement, motivation, discipline, development, retention and important legal considerations. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
PREPARING FOR AN AUDIT - 2 PDH - The course provides a review of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audit process. It details the individual taxpayer's and the business taxpayer's responsibilities and rights with respect to a tax return audit and interview. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved for KY land surveyors only.
CONTROL NETWORK SURVEYING - 2 PDH - This course covers various methods to establish control networks and types of surveys that benefit from them. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING - 2 PDH - The course focus is on construction surveying requiring a licensed land surveyor (construction staking from property lines) and compares it to construction surveying from control points independent of property lines. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
IMPROVING WORK PERFORMANCE - 4 PDH - This course covers several strategies and tips to assist the professional in developing and enhancing the effective and better use of his/her time leading to improved work performance on those tasks that contribute to achieving an individual’s and/or an organization’s objectives and goals. It also discusses the important topic of work-life balance. Course cost is $80.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
OIL AND GAS WELL SURVEYS - 2 PDH - This course reviews the various statutes and regulations of the application permit for oil and gas wells in the state and the land surveyor's role in the process. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
INSURANCE 101 - 2 PDH - This course covers the basic concepts of property-casualty insurance and its application with respect to individual and business policyholders. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
FORENSIC SURVEYING - 2 PDH - This course presents an introduction to the unique field of forensic surveying and covers other related fields such as document examination, title examination and other aspects of property law. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
SURVIVING THE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS - 4 PDH - Course follows a project from the initial zone change to submittal of construction plans by reviewing state statutes and common procedures involved with the development process. Course cost is $80.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
STANDARDS OF PRACTICE/ETHICS/CODE OF CONDUCT - 4 PDH - Course reviews Kentucky Revised Statutes, Chapter 322.00, concerning the practice of land surveying and the responsibilities of the professional land surveyor to the public, to clients and to colleagues. In addition, 201 Kentucky Administrative Regulations 18:142 Code of Professional Conduct and 201 Kentucky Administrative Regulations 18:150 Minimum Technical Standards of Practice are covered in detail. Course cost is $85.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
LEWIS & CLARK - 2 PDH - Course retraces the steps of the Lewis and Clark expedition, called the "Corps of Discovery," its impact on western expansion of America, and surveying's role in the journey. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
RETRACEMENT SURVEYS - 2 PDH - Course covers the procedures and methods involved in the retracement of property surveys. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
ASSET MANAGEMENT - 2 PDH - Course presents a discussion of business assets and provides guidelines to manage these assets resulting in increased productivity and capital management. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
GPS MAPPING - 2 PDH - Course reviews the use of Global Positioning System technology in projects and the best practices for the setup and mapping of collected field data. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
SUBDIVISION & LAND USE - 2 PDH - Course assesses external and on-site development factors including land use and zoning, lot layout and dwelling types, traffic and road patterns, cul-de-sacs and walkways. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEYS - 2 PDH - Course reviews the purposes and procedures involved in surveying a body of water to include the generation of navigation maps and to determine quantities of deposited settlement. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
PARKING LOT LAYOUT - 2 PDH - Course reviews guidelines for parking lot layouts and covers issues such as dimensioning, turning radii and geometrics. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
WETLANDS DELINEATION - 2 PDH - Course reviews issues relating to wetlands and the role surveying plays in mapping and identifying these areas. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only
and MO.
LAND PATENTS - 2 PDH - Course reviews U.S. land acquisition and ownership, land grants (patents), bounty warrants and Kentucky land patents. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
FLOOD PLAIN SURVEYING- 2 PDH - Course reviews issues involved in surveying in flood plains, including permitting. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT - 2 PDH - Course reviews the issues and tasks related to various types of surveys and the management considerations necessary to take projects from conception to completion. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
SURVEYING CONTRACTS - 2 PDH - Course reviews guidelines to assist the surveyor in understanding, drafting and executing contracts. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
PUBLIC LANDS - 2 PDH - Course reviews the history of the Public Lands Survey System, how early surveys were conducted and how lost corners are restored. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
GPS SURVEYS - 2 PDH - Course is designed to offer basic information on Global Positioning Systems and how GPS is effectively used to conduct various types of surveys. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
EASEMENTS - 2 PDH - Course reviews general guidelines pertaining to the various types of easements. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY and MO.
SURVEYING FOR DRAINAGE STUDIES AND ELEVATION CERTIFICATES - 2 PDH -Course reviews surveying data required for drainage studies and elevation certificates. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
SINGLE ZONE COORDINATE SYSTEM - 2 PDH - Course reviews the National Geodetic Survey Adopted Kentucky Single Zone Coordinate System. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
FIELD MANAGEMENT PRACTICES - 2 PDH - Course reviews acceptable methods to perform fieldwork and also covers state and federal safety regulations. Course cost $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
SAFE TRAFFIC CONTROL PRACTICES FOR LAND SURVEYORS - 2 PDH - Course reviews traffic control methods in work zones. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
PLANNING & ZONING - 2 PDH - Course reviews KRS 100 which is the Kentucky statute pertaining to both planning and zoning in the state. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only.
SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - 2 PDH - Course provides an overview of tax laws and how they apply to the small business. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
RIPARIAN RIGHTS - 2 PDH - Course reviews general principles pertaining to riparian and littoral properties. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
RIGHT OF WAY - 2 PDH - Course reviews the issues involved with right of way acquisition and closure. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
DENDROLOGY - 2 PDH - Course reviews tree identification and methods for witnessing and marking trees. Course cost is $40.00. Pre-approved in KY for land surveyors only and MO.
MISSISSIPPI CODE OF CONDUCT - 2 PDH - Course reviews the code of conduct for land surveyors in the State of Mississippi. Course cost is $40.00.
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To order - complete registration form and mail with corresponding check for either PDF or CD-ROM course format. Each course consists of a PowerPoint presentation, a set of handouts and a 20-question exam covering the course content. Successful completion of the course exam is a 75% passing score. A certificate will be issued to verify earned professional development hours of credit per course completed. Please note that certificates can only be issued to those who pay for the PDF or CD-ROM course(s).
Once the registration form and check are received for the course(s) the PDF files will be sent by email within 24 hours of receiving the course order and payment. The CD-ROM, handout(s) and exam will be sent by first class mail to you within 2 business days of receiving the course order with payment. The certificate(s) are usually mailed within 2 working days once the completed exam(s) is(are) returned by email, fax or through the U.S. Postal Service.
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