Introduction to Surveying

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This course offers a comprehensive study in performing measurements for the collection of data and for construction layout. The course elements include application of the English and metric (SI) measurement systems in performing angular and distance measurement. Elements of differential leveling are used for establishing the elevations of new bench marks, topographic mapping by grid method, and cut/fill calculations to finish floor elevations of proposed structures. Data manipulation includes taping corrections, precision and accuracy determination, traverse closures, traverse adjustments, local and state plane coordinate systems, level circuit reductions, radial building staking notes and boundary line determination by inverse coordinates. This course also explores emerging surveying technologies in construction sciences.