OC: Minimum Standards for Property Boundary Surveys in Louisiana

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the standards of practice for boundary surveys, with a focus on understanding their scope, purpose, and application in the field of land surveying. Participants will explore key definitions, the classification of boundary surveys, and the specific elements that make up a property boundary survey—including its purpose, research requirements, field procedures, and final products such as plats, maps, and written descriptions. Through this course, learners will gain the knowledge needed to identify and explain the rationale behind boundary survey standards, define critical terminology, distinguish between survey types, and recognize the essential components and legal implications of a property boundary survey.