FTC 202 - Introduction to Surveying

Institution:

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

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Description:

Fifty hours of lecture and 52 hours of field and laboratory time. An introduction to the theory and practice of plane surveying. Emphasis is on developing individual skills through small crew projects and handling typical surveying equipment in typical field situations. Lecture topics include the theory of measurements and errors, mathematics for plane surveying, introduction to field problems, introduction to map use and preparation, U.S. Public Land Survey System, and concepts of deed descriptions and record-keeping procedures. Students tour the record room at the county courthouse. Field projects include traversing, using forester's and engineer's toolsand methods, mapping using field and office methods, and proficiency projects in handling typical surveying instruments. Fall.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.esf.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 470-6500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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