Total Station & Surveying Techniques Training
Category: Civil & Construction – Technical & Industrial Courses
Affiliation: ICD-NSDC (Industry-Aligned Programme)
Mode: Classroom Training + Field Practice
Programme Type: Diploma / Short-Term
Programme Overview
The Total Station & Surveying Techniques Training programme focuses on developing practical surveying skills required for modern construction and infrastructure projects.
Learners are trained to use Total Station instruments, GPS, and modern surveying tools for accurate measurement, site layout, and mapping. The course blends classroom learning with real field practice, making students job-ready for roles in construction surveying, civil projects, and infrastructure development.
Course Duration
- Duration: 1 – 3 Months
Key Learning Areas
- Basics of land surveying and site measurement
- Operation and handling of Total Station instruments
- Survey data collection and interpretation
- Site layout, leveling, and alignment techniques
- Introduction to GPS and modern surveying methods
Subjects / Syllabus Covered
- Fundamentals of Surveying & Measurement
- Total Station: Setup, Calibration & Operation
- Traversing, Contouring & Leveling
- Site Layout for Roads, Buildings & Structures
- Data Downloading & Report Preparation
- GPS Surveying (Basics)
- Safety Practices & Field Procedures
Practical Training
- Hands-on field training with Total Station equipment
- Real-time site measurement and layout exercises
- Data collection, plotting, and documentation
- Survey report preparation and interpretation
- Live construction site practice sessions
Eligibility Criteria
- 10th / 12th Pass or Equivalent
- Basic knowledge of civil construction (preferred)
- Interest in surveying, site work, and civil projects
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as:
- Surveyor / Assistant Surveyor
- Total Station Operator
- Site Measurement Technician
- Civil Survey Support Staff
- Infrastructure Project Survey Assistant
Employment Sectors
- Construction & Infrastructure Companies
- Road, Bridge & Railway Projects
- Real Estate & Land Development Firms
- Civil Engineering Consultancy Services
- Government & Public Works Departments
Why Choose This Course?
- Strong field-oriented training with real instruments
- High demand skill in construction and infrastructure sectors
- Short-term course with quick job opportunities
- Ideal foundation for advanced surveying and civil roles
ICD – Institute of Career Development,
Housing Board Junction,
Thiruvananthapuram,
Kerala, India