The Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination is a closed-book examination. Therefore, no reference material is allowed in the exam room.

The formulas and information here are provided in both the morning and the afternoon exam booklets. This information is not intended to be an all-inclusive compilation of formulas required for the FS examination. Basic theories, conversions, formulas, and definitions that examinees are expected to know have not been included. As required, special material not included here will be provided in the question statement itself to assist the examinee in solving the question. In no event shall NCEES be liable for not providing reference material to support all the questions in the FS examination. NCEES reserves the right to revise and update the information contained here as it deems appropriate without informing interested parties. Each NCEES FS examination will be administered using the latest version of this information.