How many hours of pre-license education does Texas require for land surveyors?

32 hours for Surveyor in Training (SIT), RPLS Applicant Pre-Licensure College Coursework (one-time, 32 credit hours), as set by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS).

Is an exam required to get licensed in Texas?

Yes. In addition to the required education hours, Texas requires a licensing exam for one or more license classes.

Can I complete these hours online?

Yes. Our pre-license courses are delivered entirely online and self-paced, with a certificate of completion issued as soon as you finish.

How to get a Surveyor in Training (SIT) license in Texas

The Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS) sets the education you must complete before it will license you. Here is the exact requirement, by license class.

Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS)

Required hours by license class

Surveyor in Training (SIT) · RPLS Applicant Pre-Licensure College Coursework (one-time, 32 credit hours)

32 required hours

Who this applies to: SIT applicants holding a Bachelor's degree with 32 hours in specified subjects

An exam is required for one or more of these license classes — confirm which with the board.

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Source: Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS) · verified 2026-09-03

Common questions

How many hours of pre-license education does Texas require for land surveyors?: 32 hours for Surveyor in Training (SIT), RPLS Applicant Pre-Licensure College Coursework (one-time, 32 credit hours), as set by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS).
Is an exam required to get licensed in Texas?: Yes. In addition to the required education hours, Texas requires a licensing exam for one or more license classes.
Can I complete these hours online?: Yes. Our pre-license courses are delivered entirely online and self-paced, with a certificate of completion issued as soon as you finish.

Already licensed? This page covers getting your first license. If you already hold one, Texas land surveyors renewal requires 12 hours of continuing education — see Texas land surveyors continuing education.