SURV 141 - Basic Surveying

Institution:

Columbus State Community College

Subject:

Description:

SURV 141 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 measurements by traditional methods and by total station for the purpose of traversing and location of property corners, topographic mapping and construction staking. 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, level circuit reductions, radial building staking notes and boundary line determination by inverse coordinates.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.cscc.edu/

Phone Number:

(614) 287-5353

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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