Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying & Science

Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying & Science CBI maps, measures, and manages data to predict the physical environment and support decision making.

The CBI, part of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has achieved and maintains a national reputation for developing innovative geospatial science research and serves as a focused resource area for geospatial datasets relevant to the coastal environment. The institute is also home to two degree programs: a bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science and a master's degree in Geospatial Surveying Engineering.

We had a great time taking part in last week's TSPS Chapter 12 ~ The Coastal Bend Meet & Greet at Railroad Seafood & Bre...
09/10/2026

We had a great time taking part in last week's TSPS Chapter 12 ~ The Coastal Bend Meet & Greet at Railroad Seafood & Brewery in downtown Corpus Christi! It was a great opportunity to connect with students and industry professionals. Thank you, TSPS Chapter 12!

How can AI help communities make better flood decisions and where does it fall short?Join CBI’s Dr. Philippe Tissot as h...
09/09/2026

How can AI help communities make better flood decisions and where does it fall short?

Join CBI’s Dr. Philippe Tissot as he joins a panel of experts for a timely webinar exploring the evolving role of AI and predictive models in weather and flood forecasting.

The discussion will examine where today’s forecasting tools excel, where they fall short, and why combining predictive models with real-time water observations creates a more complete picture for decision makers.

📅 Wednesday, Sept. 10, at 3 PM CT / 4 PM ET
💻 Online Zoom webinar

Topics will include AI forecasting capabilities and limitations, the importance of real-time observational data, and a live Q&A.

🔗 Register to attend: https://luma.com/d3vrua7f?tk=ZLOxn9

Did you know that CBI offers online continuing education courses for land surveyors, SITs, technicians, engineers, and g...
09/08/2026

Did you know that CBI offers online continuing education courses for land surveyors, SITs, technicians, engineers, and geospatial professionals?

✅ Flexible, 90-day access
✅ Expert-led
✅ High-quality production

🔗 View course offerings/enroll: https://skillshub.tamucc.edu/browse/cbi

Researchers with CBI's Measurement Analytics (MANTIS) Lab took UAS mapping education to the U.S. Virgin Islands this sum...
09/03/2026

Researchers with CBI's Measurement Analytics (MANTIS) Lab took UAS mapping education to the U.S. Virgin Islands this summer!

Dr. Michael Starek, CBI Chair for Remote Sensing & Autonomous Systems for Geomatics and MANTIS Lab Director, and Research Engineering Associate Jake Berryhill served as instructors for a two-day UAS field workshop that was hosted at the University of the Virgin Islands in collaboration with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and the University of Notre Dame.

Held as part of GEIMS Center outreach efforts, the workshop introduced participants to the fundamentals of Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) mapping of coastal environments, particularly to survey datums. Through guided instruction, field data collection and data processing, participants experienced the UAS mapping workflow from start to finish.

The workshop brought together participants from universities across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, along with representatives from the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources and others.

Featured course: Texas GLO Archives and Records Virtual TourGain rare, behind-the-scenes access to the Texas General Lan...
09/02/2026

Featured course: Texas GLO Archives and Records Virtual Tour

Gain rare, behind-the-scenes access to the Texas General Land Office's Archives and Records Department while exploring the stories, maps, and measurements that define Texas.
☑ Free to enroll
☑ Earn 2 PDH credits
☑ Fully online and self-paced

🔗 Enroll today or learn more: conradblucherinstitute.org/glo-vtour

We're counting down the days to this Friday's TSPS Chapter 12 ~ The Coastal Bend Fall Meet & Greet! Join us Friday, Sep...
09/02/2026

We're counting down the days to this Friday's TSPS Chapter 12 ~ The Coastal Bend Fall Meet & Greet! Join us Friday, Sept. 4, from 5-9 PM at Railroad Seafood & Brewery in downtown Corpus Christi for a night of networking, along with free food and drinks, door prizes, and more.

🔗 See www.tspschapter12.org for details and to RSVP.

CBI's Amanda Jonas, RPLS and TSRC Director, will be among those sharing her insights at the TSPS Chapter 17 El Paso Semi...
08/31/2026

CBI's Amanda Jonas, RPLS and TSRC Director, will be among those sharing her insights at the TSPS Chapter 17 El Paso Seminar.

🗓 Saturday, Sept. 19, afternoon
📍TxDOT HQ (13301 Gateway Blvd W in El Paso, TX)

Amanda will provide an update on NGS' modernization of the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS), including the replacement of NAD 83 and NAVD 88 with new geometric reference frames and a geopotential datum. The session will cover updated timelines, what the changes mean for Texas surveyors, TSRC's role in the transition, and where practitioners can access resources and updates.

🔗 For event details/registration: https://members.tsps.org/atlas/events/20005169/details

Thanks to NSPS - The National Society of Professional Surveyors for highlighting our GELS Camp in their August 2026 edit...
08/31/2026

Thanks to NSPS - The National Society of Professional Surveyors for highlighting our GELS Camp in their August 2026 edition of Surveyor Says - The NSPS Bulletin!

CBI expertise is on the agenda at Texas A&M University Galveston Campus next month! Jim Naismith, RPLS, LSLS, Conrad Blu...
08/28/2026

CBI expertise is on the agenda at Texas A&M University Galveston Campus next month! Jim Naismith, RPLS, LSLS, Conrad Blucher Chair for Excellence in Hydrographic and Coastal Surveying, will be among the experts sharing their knowledge during the Coastal Engineering & Nature-Based Solutions Short Course.

📅 Sept. 8–11, 2026
📍 Texas A&M University at Galveston
🎓 Certificate + 2 CEUs upon successful completion

Jim will lend his expertise in coastal and hydrographic surveying to the course, which brings together topics in coastal engineering and nature-based solutions.

The course is administered by the Coastal & Dredging Laboratory in the Department of Ocean Engineering, with organizational assistance from the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station.

🔗 Learn more and enroll: https://figluscoast.tamu.edu/education/coastal-engineering-and-nbs-short-course or email [email protected].

Whether you're an industry professionals or a local college student from surveying and geospatial programs, we hope to s...
08/27/2026

Whether you're an industry professionals or a local college student from surveying and geospatial programs, we hope to see you at the 3rd Annual TSPS Chapter 12 ~ The Coastal Bend Fall Meet & Greet!
🗓 Friday, Sept. 4
🕔 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Railroad Seafood & Brewery in downtown Corpus Christi
🔗 RSVP: https://www.tspschapter12.org/event-details/3rd-annual-fall-survey-geospatial-student-meet-greet
Mix and mingle while enjoying free food and drinks, door prizes, and guest lecturers from the Texas General Land Office.

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6300 Ocean Drive , Unit 5799
Corpus Christi, TX
78412

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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