Basic Land Surveying

Basic of Geomatics, Chain Survey, Compass Survey, Levelling Survey, Theodolite Survey, Plane Table Survey

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Description

Learning Objectives of this Course are:

1. To learn about the term surveying, various instruments and possible error.

2. To learn Linear Measurement methods and way of conduction.

3. To learn about the measurement at elevation and of Directions , contour development process.

4. To understand and learn performing Plane table surveying.

Course Outcomes:

At the end of the course the student will be able to:

1. Define principles of Surveying, Remote Sensing and Geomatics.

2. Describe different instruments, tools, applications and techniques to determine the positions on the surface of

the earth, change detection.

3. To perform Liner measurement methods of surveying.

4. Differentiate the techniques for setting out alignments, curves, other layouts, modern survey systems etc.

5. To perform survey at elevation and conduct Plane Table survey.

Brief Course Content:

Unit-I – Basics of Geomatics / Surveying -

Unit-II - Linear Measurement (Chain Surveying)

Unit-III - Measurement of Elevations (Levelling Surveying)

Unit-IV - Measurement of Direction (Compass Surveying)

Unit-V – Traversing (Theodolite Surveying)

Unit-VI - Plane Table Surveying

Reference Books Recommended:

1. D. Clarke: Plane and Geodatic Surveying, Volume I & II

2. T.P. Kanetkar & Kulkarni: Surveying & Levelling, Part I & II.

3. B.C. Punmia : Surveying I & II.

4. N.N. Basak : Surveying & Levelling.

Top 5 Advantages of Land Surveying:

  1. Land Survey helps us to prepare for construction in the similar way you consult interior desiginer and structural engineers on building design you need to consult land survey engineer to know the potential of the land. Land surveyor can help you begin work without any issue.

  2. It is not possible to measure the plot of new land without the help of Land Survey as it might leads to inappropriate land measurements. So a proper land survey is necessary as it clearly states property boundaries which can further help the management teams for appropriate construction plan and will save you from property line trouble and disputes with neighbor.

  3. Without proper land survey the value of property can be over or under valued so there is necessity for accurate land survey. If you want to understand fully your worth and purchase based on location, landscape and hardscape you will need to hire proper land survey engineer.

  4. It is necessary to understand the topographical details before purchasing the property. Detection of soil and structural issues, determination of flood prone area and get accurate representation of plot it is necessary for engineers to conduct land survey. A proper land survey will help you protect from disaster and push back and halt construction.

  5. To separate business owner from residential and commercial purposes landowners may want to begin with plot parceling. For proper division of property into pre-determined section which can be priced and handed over correctly without any inaccuracies there is a need for proper land survey.

What You Will Learn!

  • 1] Basics of Land Surveying
  • 2] Chain Surveying
  • 3] Compass Surveying
  • 4] Theodolite Surveying
  • 5] Levelling Surveying
  • 6] Plane Table Surveying

Who Should Attend!

  • ITI Draughtsman civil / Architectural Draftsman / Building construction / Mason / Surveying Students
  • Polytechnic civil engineering students, construction site supervisors, civil engineering assistant
  • UG Students of Civil Engineering, Building site supervisor, Practicing Civil Engineers