The Surveyors’ Role in Society

Have you ever wondered?

How can they dig a tunnel in 2 ends and meet in the right place?

How come prefabricated bridge parts fit together precisely?

How are those detailed topographical maps made?

Who creates the marine charts used by boaters and fishermen?

Whether or not your house is on your property?

How about shopping malls with all the parking spaces and access roads?

West Edmonton Mall

How are property boundary disputes settled?

How was the height of Mount Everest measured?

Who measures the length of race track lanes?

What would we do without roads?

How do we know where the boundaries of my country are?

The Surveyor: a public Officer

• In some jurisdictions, the Surveyor is recognized a Public Officer

• In some instances the Surveyor may be asked to testify in court as an Expert Witness