Large-scale Mapping Surveys

Catalog description

SUR 221 is the basic mapping course in the curriculum, which also considers project management and client considerations. The course begins with client considerations and outlying what products will be delivered; typically, a report of record of survey maps and analyses showing the degree to which required survey standards have been met. Economic feasibility, contracting, budgeting and project management concepts of mapping surveys are also considered. Students complete a control survey using GNSS methods that will be used to support the data collection. Through traversing and detailing using a total station, students collect side shots and ground shots. GNSS techniques are also introduced for collecting side shots and ground shots. Collected datasets are used to create a topographic map in CAD to meet client requirements and specifications. Students compile a detailed report of survey.