6-Month Certificate Course — Chainman & Tracer
Professional field-based training for entry-level surveying jobs. Amin Survey Institute — Bahanaga, Balasore
Course Overview
This 6-Month Certificate Course prepares students for entry-level field roles such as Chainman, Tracer, Survey Helper and other support positions in government and private land-surveying work. The course focuses heavily on field practicals and essential surveying instruments.
Duration: 6 Months
Total Fee: ₹15,000
At Admission: ₹12,000
Final Installment: ₹3,000
Total Marks: 700
What You Will Learn
- Basic principles of land surveying
- Chain & Tape Survey — Linear measurement, offset, error correction
- Prismatic Compass — Bearings, WCB/RB system, traverse
- Auto Level — BS/FS, RL calculation, profile leveling
- Plane Table Survey — Radiation, intersection, resection
- Map reading, tracing and basic plot drawing
- Safety procedures during fieldwork
Marks Distribution
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Theory | 500 |
| Practical | 200 |
| Total | 700 |
Books Covered (5 Books)
- Bhūmi Survey
- Survey Upakarana
- Plane Table, Prismatic Compass, Auto Level, Chain/Tape Survey
- Naksha
- Communication English
Practical Training Modules
- Chain survey — Plot boundary measurement
- Compass traverse — Field navigation & plotting
- Levelling — Reduced level calculations
- Plane table — On-field map drafting
- Hands-on instrument handling & maintenance
- Basic land record understanding
Fee Schedule
| Stage | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|
| At Admission | ₹12,000 | Registration + first payment |
| Final Installment | ₹3,000 | Before final exam |
Career Opportunities
- Chainman / Survey Helper
- Tracer (Map preparation assistant)
- Field Survey Technician
- Assistant to Surveyor in private firms
- Entry-level roles in construction & land development projects
Apply for the 6-Month Certificate Course
Seats are limited. Submit online application and pay the admission amount to confirm your seat.
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