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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Engineering : Geomatics

451-200 Geomatics Science 2

Note:

Combined course students receive 12.5 points.

Credit Points:

When taken from Geomatics, Faculty of Engineering:
14.2
When taken from Geomatics (Science), Faculty of Science:
12.5

Coordinator:

Assoc. Professor C. S. Fraser

Prerequisite/s:

451-101 Geomatics Science 1S or both of 451-121 Geomatics Science 1C and 451-122 Geomatics Science 1D, 618-142 Intermediate Mathematics B or an equivalent subject

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

39 hours of lectures plus 39 hours of tutorial and practice classes

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this subject the student should:

  • comprehend the concepts behind advanced plane surveying techniques;

  • be competent in use and calibration of instruments relating to advanced plane surveying;

  • have the skills to competently execute measurements in the field;

  • have the skills to carry out basic survey network adjustments using computer packages.

Content:

Advanced theory and practice of electronic distance measurement; precise differential and trigonometric levelling; observation and reduction of conventional geodetic measurements; control surveys; use of network adjustment software; engineering and industrial surveying; hydrographic surveying; road design.

Assessment:

Not more than three hours of written examinations and tests and not more than the equivalent of 100 pages of written assignments and reports on practical work. The relative weighting of the assessment components will be published at the commencement of the subject.
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