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NSPS CST Level 1 Exam PDF | Certified Survey Technician Level I Study Guide & Practice Questions (2026–2027)

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Prepare for certification with this NSPS CST Level 1 Exam PDF, an independent study resource designed to help candidates build a strong foundation in surveying principles and field practices required for the Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level I examination. This guide provides structured review materials and practice questions to support effective exam preparation and skill development. Topics include surveying fundamentals, measurement techniques, leveling procedures, basic field calculations, construction staking principles, coordinate systems, map and plat interpretation, survey instruments and equipment, data recording, GPS/GNSS basics, boundary concepts, workplace safety, professional ethics, and scenario-based practice questions. Ideal for entry-level survey technicians and students pursuing CST certification.

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NSPS CST Level 1 Exam




2026-2027

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, Profession A disciplined group of individuals who adhere to ethical standards and hold
themselves out as possessing special knowledge and skills and who are prepared
to apply these in the interest of others.


Geomatics Earth measure




Geomatics "Working Definition" The art, science and technologies related to the management of geographically-
referenced information


As-Built Survey Record precise final locations of engineering works and any design changes that
may have been included


Boundary Surveys Determines location and geometry of the property, and consists of either
establishment of new boundaries, or retracement of an existing boundary.


Considered by many to be the most important aspect of Boundary Survey
the surveying profession


Construction Survey Provides points and elevations for building projects.


TBM Temporary Bench Mark


Control Survey Establishes a network of horizontal and vertical monuments that serve as a
reference framework for other surveys. The backbone of a project.


Engineering Survey Surveying work performed in order to enhance previously survey work or site
information but excludes surveying for establishment of land boundaries, ROW's,
easements, PLS, or establishment of horizontal and vertical control


Geodetic Survey Large area surveys that take the curvature of the earth into account




Plane Survey Smaller projects that do not take the earth's curvature into account

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