– Diploma –

Vision

The Department of Surveying Techniques aspires to establish a distinguished educational system that meets future labor market demands and fulfills societal needs, while adhering to local and international standards of quality and academic accreditation. We aim to be the primary source of qualified technical personnel who contribute to sustainable development projects and serve the community.

Mission

To create an advanced technical environment and equip graduates with the latest skills and knowledge in the field of surveying technologies, enabling them to compete effectively in the labor market. We strive to prepare technical professionals capable of actively participating in community development through the application of cutting-edge surveying technologies and contributing to sustainable development initiatives.

Goals

The Department of Surveying Techniques seeks to achieve its objectives through the following strategic goals:

• Prepare specialized technical personnel in the field of surveying engineering, qualified to enter the labor market and meet technical needs in both public and private sectors.
• Lead in the use of modern educational technologies and keep pace with global advancements in surveying and geomatics.
• Continuously develop curricula to align with technological and scientific changes and meet local and international labor market requirements.
• Establish ongoing communication channels between academia and the labor market to ensure learning outcomes match market needs.
• Provide added value to society through consulting services and specialized technical studies in the field of surveying.
• Enable outstanding graduates to pursue further studies at specialized technical colleges to enhance their academic qualifications.
• Fully align with the goals and strategies of higher education and technical training in Iraq.
• Contribute to national and developmental projects by supplying specialized technical expertise.
• Promote a culture of quality and innovation in the technical field among students and graduates.
• Build strategic partnerships with industrial and engineering institutions to enhance training and employment opportunities.

Job Description for Graduates of Surveying Techniques Engineering Department

• Carrying out land and topographic surveying work under the supervision of a specialized engineer using GPS devices and total stations.
• Assisting in field data collection and performing precise measurements of locations, distances, and elevations.
• Operating unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for aerial surveying and data collection under supervision.
• Processing preliminary surveying data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
• Participating in monitoring and observation activities for construction projects and infrastructure.
• Assisting in the preparation of technical maps and drawings under the supervision of a specialized engineer.
• Maintaining surveying equipment and instruments and organizing field work.
• Preparing preliminary technical reports and work documents.

Potential Fields of Employment

• Surveying Assistant in construction and contracting companies
• Surveying Technician in municipal and urban planning departments
• Technical Assistant in oil and gas companies
• Technical Assistant in infrastructure projects
• Surveying Technician in engineering consulting firms
• Technical Assistant in mining surveying projects
• Surveying Technician in road and bridge projects

– Bachelor’s –

Vision

The Department of Surveying Techniques Engineering aspires to be a pioneer and achieve excellence locally and regionally in technical engineering education and applied scientific research. It aims to be a fundamental source of qualified competencies capable of leading and executing developmental projects and serving the community.

Mission

To prepare technical engineers equipped with the highest scientific and practical standards using the latest technologies. To continuously develop academic and research curricula to meet labor market demands. And to enhance strategic partnerships with the industrial sector and academic institutions.

Goals

The department seeks to achieve its purposes through a set of strategic goals represented in the following:

• Preparing and graduating specialized technical engineering cadres who are qualified scientifically and practically in various fields of surveying.
• Developing students’ practical skills in using the latest technical devices and software (such as GPS, Total Stations, and drones).
• Enhancing applied scientific research and publishing studies in peer-reviewed journals and participating in conferences.
• Providing specialized technical consultations and studies and serving the community through participation in national projects.
• Building effective partnerships with the labor market to provide practical training opportunities for students and employment opportunities for graduates.
• Continuously updating curricula and teaching plans to keep pace with the rapid developments in the field.
• Adherence to global quality standards and the adoption of international best practices in academic and research fields to ensure the excellence of learning outcomes and enhance the department’s global standing.
• Developing leadership and management skills among students and teaching staff to enhance professional competence and project management capabilities in the field of surveying engineering.
• Promoting a culture of academic integrity and professional responsibility among faculty members and students in all academic and professional activities.
• Developing and periodically upgrading the infrastructure of laboratories and classrooms to provide an advanced and safe educational environment that meets the requirements of the Surveying Techniques Engineering program.

Job Description for Graduates of Surveying Techniques Engineering Department (Bachelor Degree)

 Responsibilities of a graduate of the Department of Surveying Engineering Techniques

• Executing topographic and geodetic surveying works using advanced equipment such as GPS, total stations, and drones.
• Preparing digital maps and geographic data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and specialized engineering software.
• Conducting precise measurements and analyzing field data to determine locations, elevations, and distances.
• Participating in the design and implementation of infrastructure projects, such as roads, bridges, water networks, and sewage systems.
• Providing technical consultations and surveying studies for governmental and private institutions.
• Contributing to applied scientific research and publishing studies in peer-reviewed journals, as well as participating in scientific conferences.
• Managing work teams in surveying projects and applying leadership and organizational skills.
• Adhering to international quality standards and professional integrity in all work stages.

Basic Scientific Competencies:

Measurements and Surveying: Accurate surveying using triangulation and digital triangulation devices, Laser Scanning Array (LiDAR), and conventional and automated land surveying.

Geodetic and Elevation Surveying:

Global and local coordinate systems, and error handling.

Engineering Analysis and Planning:

Elevation and Surface Modeling, DEM/DSM Creation, and Terrain Analysis.

Geographic Data Modeling:

Sorting and integrating surveying data with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Urban Planning and Infrastructure:

Understanding the fundamentals of planning, land surveying, property disputes, and documentation.

Data and Document Management:

Preparing measurement reports, registration books, and delivery plans.

Engineering Software and Tools:

Examples of some software programs include AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and Erdas.

Basic Task Automation:

Basic knowledge of Python to automate data transformation and report generation.

Job Title:

Surveying Technical Engineer

Potential Fields of Employment

• Engineering surveying and contracting companies.
• Governmental bodies specialized in urban planning and municipalities.
• Oil, energy, and telecommunications companies.
• Scientific research centers and universities.
• Sustainable development and environmental projects.

Geographic information systems companies