CIVT 1550 - Surveying Fundamentals

Credit hours: 4

Course Description:
The course covers the fundamental concepts and practices of surveying. Theory of measurements and field notes; methods of obtaining horizontal and vertical distances, angles and directions; use of levels, transits, theodolites and total stations; construction surveying, curves and volumes are covered.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Understand the common sources of error in surveying measurements and properly minimize them through calculations or field procedure.
Accurately record, calculate and report all survey data.
Properly use surveying equipment and make precise measurements in the field through proper field procedure.