Sec. 1071.256.  EXAMINATION.  (a)  The board shall prescribe the scope of the written examination and examination procedures with special reference to the applicant's ability in order to protect the public safety, welfare, and property rights.
(b)  The examination for an applicant for registration as a registered professional land surveyor must be developed and given as provided by this chapter under board rules designed to determine the knowledge and ability of the applicant.
(c)  The examination for an applicant for licensing as a licensed state land surveyor must be developed under board rules and include examination on:
(1)  the theory of surveying;
(2)  the law of land boundaries;
(3)  the history and functions of the General Land Office;  and
(4)  other matters pertaining to surveying as determined by the board.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1421, Sec. 1, eff. June 1, 2003.