Geodetic Engineer Licensure
preparation guide
Geodetic Engineer Licensure Examination — a month-by-month study plan and how to approach each subject.
The exam in brief
Two days, computer-based, five subjects at 20% each: Laws, Rules and Regulations; Mathematics; Theory and Practice of Surveying; Geodesy; and Cartography. A 70% weighted average with no subject below 55%. If your average passes but a subject is below 55%, you retake only that subject. 55.90% passed in September 2025.
Official sources, dates and fees are on the Geodetic Engineer Licensure page.
Month-by-month Geodetic Engineer Licensure plan
Month 1: Map the five subjects
Five subjects at 20% each, on a computer
- Take a diagnostic in each subject
- Note the 55% floor
- Get used to answering on screen
Month 2: Mathematics and surveying
Theory and practice of surveying
- Surveying computations
- Adjustment and math problems
- Read every explanation
Month 3: Geodesy, cartography, laws
The other three subjects
- Geodesy problems
- Cartography and map projections
- Laws, rules and regulations for the profession
Final month: Exam readiness
Two exam days
- Full timed practice across two days
- Lift your weakest subject above 55%
- Confirm your PRC exam permit and venue
How to approach each subject
Laws, Rules & Regulations
20% of the rating
- Work through every topic in the subject, not just the familiar ones
- Answer practice questions after each topic and read the explanations
- Log the traps you fall for and revisit them weekly
Mathematics
20% of the rating
- Work through every topic in the subject, not just the familiar ones
- Answer practice questions after each topic and read the explanations
- Log the traps you fall for and revisit them weekly
Theory & Practice of Surveying
20% of the rating
- Work through every topic in the subject, not just the familiar ones
- Answer practice questions after each topic and read the explanations
- Log the traps you fall for and revisit them weekly
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Geodetic Engineer Licensure preparation FAQs
Preparation time, passing rule and the next exam date
How long should I prepare for the Geodetic Engineer Licensure?
Most reviewees plan for three to six months, depending on how recently they finished their degree. Map every subject first, then give more weeks to the heaviest and weakest subjects.
How do you pass the Geodetic Engineer Licensure?
A 70% weighted average with no subject below 55%. If your average passes but a subject is below 55%, you retake only that subject. 55.90% passed in September 2025.
When is the next Geodetic Engineer Licensure?
The last Geodetic Engineer Licensure was held on 23–24 September 2026 (computer-based). The next one is expected in September 2027 but hasn't been announced by PRC yet. The exam is held once a year, in September in 2025 and 2026. PRC has not published its 2027 exam schedule yet.
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