CIVL 1131 - Beginning Survey
5 Credits
Introduces the three basic surveying tools - the tape, level and transit/theodolite - along with proper field procedures for basic surveying which include taking field notes, taping and EDM, leveling, bearings and azimuths, topography, and mapping.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the mathematical basis of angle measurement Know the sources of error in distance measurement and determination of elevation Measure distances with a tape Accomplish the measurement of a basic traverse Define GPS Explain what surveying is and what a surveyor does Be able to describe and use a total station Understand and write field notes Accomplish a level loop within appropriate precision Use an automatic level to produce survey notes and drawings Define GIS
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