civ2sur surveying
SURVEYING
CIV2SUR
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Surveying is the science of taking field measurements on or near the surface of the Earth. Survey measurements include horizontal and vertical angles, horizontal, vertical and slope distances. In particular, surveying as it applies to engineering involves the recording and processing the data necessary for the design and the construction of engineering projects.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDaniela Ionescu
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites GEO2ISS
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Survey Engineering. A Guide to First Principles | Prescribed | Cavil, J.A.L, 1995 | THIS TEXTBOOK IS AVAILABLE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Describe and be able to apply significant concepts of plane surveying and plane coordinate systems.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, practice problems, directed study, independent learning, assignments, team-based practical exercises and an examination. The practicals are undertaken by small groups in the field, and are assessed through a team report.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
02. Apply the principles of conducting a detailed survey to a defined area within the La Trobe campus.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, practice problems, directed study, independent learning, assignments, team-based practical exercises (see above) and an examination.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
03. Explain the construction and function of a range of commonly used surveying equipment, demonstrate competence and understanding in its care and use such equipment to obtain accurate data.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, practice problems, directed study, independent learning, assignments, team-based practical exercises (see above) and an examination.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Writing(Writing)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
04. Accurately carry out relevant area and volume computations.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, practice problems, directed study, independent learning; assignments, and an examination.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Writing(Writing)
05. Apply principles and perform accurate computations involving the layout of horizontal, vertical and transitional curves
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, practice problems, directed study, independent learning, assignments, team-based practical exercises (see above) and an examination.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDaniela Ionescu
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x numerical calculation assignments | 20 | 01, 04, 05 | |
| 4 x practical reports based on practical sessions completed | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 05 | |
| One 3-hour written examination | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDaniela Ionescu
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x numerical calculation assignments | 20 | 01, 04, 05 | |
| 4 x practical reports based on practical sessions completed | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 05 | |
| One 3-hour written examination | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |