GEG2333

Surveying

P Walker

4.5 points
* 13 lecture hours, 39 hours practical work and 13 tutorial hours
* First semester
* Gippsland
* Prerequisites: GEG1303, GAS1641, GAS1642

Objectives The candidate is expected to comprehend the use of the survey level and the theodolite and understand the connection between surveying and engineering design. The candidate is required to apply knowledge of geometry and trigonometry to plane surveying and to explore the use of computer-aided design in surveying.

Synopsis Distance and angular measurement in plane surveying using optical and electronic instruments. The use of the microcomputer in survey reduction and plan drafting. The survey level, booking and reduction of data. The recognition of errors and correction of errors in instruments and observations. Surveying in engineering design and construction.

Assessment Examination: 50%
* Assignments and practical work: 50%

Prescribed texts

Muskett Site surveying BSP, 1988