civ3lis land information systems
LAND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CIV3LIS
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject is intended to provide engineering students with fundamentals of surveying and some practical skills in using standard engineering surveying equipment. Furthermore, an introduction to GIS (geographic information systems) and GPS (global positioning systems) will be covered where more focus will be placed on practical applications of these techniques with reference to surveying fieldwork. The subject is delivered by a combination of lectures, workshop sessions and campus practical exercises.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorHossam Aboel Naga
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites EMS1CAD or CIV1CAD
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects CIV2SUR and GEO2ISS
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. Apply concepts of plane surveying, plane coordinate systems and differentiate between positional location, coordinate systems and projections to problem solving tasks.
- 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 individual reports.
02. Competently determine the location and/or heights of points to third order accuracy, using the appropriate datums and descriptors.
- Activities:
- Positioning tothird order accuracy will be explained in online modules and reinforced in workshops. The practical application of this will be used in workshop sessions and practical sessions. Assessment will be through practical reports, online activities and examination.
03. Apply the principles of conducting detailed surveys to defined areas.
- Activities:
- Lectures, workshops, 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 individual reports.
04. Demonstrate competency in the use of GIS software in a discipline specific context.
- Activities:
- Use and application of the software will be demonstrated and taught in lectures and workshop sessions and assessed through practical reports.
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2019, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorHossam Aboel Naga
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours directed reading per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Class size limited due to equipment constraints"
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two written practical reports (500 words each) | Equal weights between reports | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Two online quizzes (30 mins each, 1000 words equivalent total) | Equal weights between quizzes | 20 | 01, 04 |
| One workshop task (500 words equivalent) | Students uses AutoCAD to create a virtual plan based on survey data | 10 | 02, 03, 04 |
| Written exam (2 hours) | 40 | 01, 02, 04 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorHossam Aboel Naga
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours directed reading per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Class size limited due to equipment constraints"
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two written practical reports (500 words each) | Equal weights between reports | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Two online quizzes (30 mins each, 1000 words equivalent total) | Equal weights between quizzes | 20 | 01, 04 |
| One workshop task (500 words equivalent) | Students uses AutoCAD to create a virtual plan based on survey data | 10 | 02, 03, 04 |
| Written exam (2 hours) | 40 | 01, 02, 04 |