Our courses
Engineering Surveying & Setting Out Training
Practical Courses for Beginners, Graduates & Working Professionals
Get job-ready fast with industry-focused training trusted for over 30 years.
We specialise in hands-on surveying and setting out training that prepares you for real construction sites , through intensive hands-on training at the college, classroom teaching and course notes, simulators, video and audio lessons. Whether you’re starting from scratch, upskilling after university, or formalising years of site experience, we have a course to match your goals.
Why Train With Us?
✔ Over 30 years’ experience in construction training
✔ Practical, hands-on learning
✔ Weekend and block-release options
✔ Recognised qualifications
✔ Clear progression routes
✔ Post-training support to help you into work
Who Our Courses Are For
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Beginners with no surveying experience
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Graduates lacking site confidence
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Tradespeople moving into engineering roles
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Engineers and surveyors without qualifications
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Career changers seeking a cost-effective alternative to university
Graduate Training Programme
Start Your Career in Engineering Surveying
A practical introduction to engineering surveying and setting out, ideal for beginners and graduates who want to gain confidence using industry-standard equipment.
What You’ll Learn
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Manual and robotic Total Stations
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GNSS surveying
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Automatic, laser, and digital levels
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Reading construction drawings
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Instrument setup, calibration, and programs
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Core setting out methods
Duration
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3 Saturdays + 2 Sundays (1 month), or
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5 consecutive days
Fee: £1,195
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Beginner to Advanced Course
Become Site-Ready as a Setting Out Engineer
This is our most popular course, providing the full skillset required to work competently on construction sites.
You’ll Gain
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Full understanding of site engineering roles
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Advanced setting out skills
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Confidence working independently on site
Key Topics
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Total Stations (manual & robotic)
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GNSS surveying & site control
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Surveying accuracy, precision & checking
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Foundations, RC & steel frame setting out
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Holding-down bolts
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As-built surveys
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Pre-pour checks & QA procedures
Duration
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9 consecutive days, or
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6 weekends over 2 months
Fee: £2,495
After completion of training and achieveing the standard of an engineer or a surveyor capability learners can progress to the Diploma in Engineering Surveying course to achieve a qualification at reduced fees.
Beginner to Enhanced Level Programme
The Smart Alternative to University
Avoid £60,000+ student debt and three years of lost income. For just £3,995, gain extended training, extra qualifications, and employer-focused skills.
Includes
✔ All Beginner–Advanced content
✔ Monthly AutoCAD training
✔ Drone flight training & certification
✔ First Aid at Work
✔ Extra weekend training
✔ Monthly post-training tutorials
Duration
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18 weekend sessions over 3 months, or
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Two blocks of 9 consecutive days
👉 Fast-Track Your Engineering Career
Existing Engineers & Surveyors
Gain a Qualification & CSCS Gold Card
Designed for professionals already working on site without formal qualifications.
The Diploma in Engineering Surveying is CSCS approved, enabling application for the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card.
Key Areas Covered
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Levelling instruments & calibration (two-peg test)
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GNSS surveying
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Site control systems
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Coordinate creation & transformations
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Surveying mathematics
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Roadworks profiling
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Additional Qualifications Available
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Level 3 & 6 NVQ Occupational Health & Safety
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Level 3 & 6 NVQ Construction Contracting Operations
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First Aid at Work
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A2 CofC Drone Certification
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Level 3 & 4 UAS Remote Piloting Qualifications
Ready to Take the Next Step?
📞 Speak to a training advisor today - (+44) 020 8143 8970
📧 Flexible payment options available, pay in full in advance for a 5% discount, or in monthly instalments
📍 UK-based, industry-recognised training
👉 Contact Us Now to Secure Your Place
Email: finchleycollege@yahoo.com
