Course Title: Engineering and Construction Surveying
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Engineering and Construction Surveying
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
GEOM1060 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
145H Mathematical & Geospatial Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 1 2007, Sem 1 2008, Sem 1 2009, Sem 1 2010, Sem 1 2011, Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2013, Sem 1 2014, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016 |
GEOM1060 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
171H School of Science |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2017, Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2021, Sem 1 2023 |
GEOM2063 |
City Campus |
Postgraduate |
145H Mathematical & Geospatial Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 1 2007 |
Course Coordinator: Dr Lucas Holden
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 1956
Course Coordinator Email: lucas.holden@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 012.12.011
Course Coordinator Availability: On request
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course is intended to foster advanced knowledge in engineering surveying. It provides exposure to contemporary and emerging techniques and technologies as well as current industry standards. Aspects of specialised engineering surveying (metrology), earthworks calculations, set-out and mining and hydro-graphic surveying are all addressed. You will be introduced to a large range of specialised surveying instruments. You will develop theory and apply methods for a number of surveying operations. During this course you will plan field projects, conduct critical reviews and computations and produce documentation suitable for industry client reports.
Please note that if you take this course for a bachelor honours program, your overall mark in this course will be one of the course marks that will be used to calculate the weighted average mark (WAM) that will determine your award level. (This applies to students who commence enrolment in a bachelor honours program from 1 January 2016 onwards. See the WAM information web page for more information.)
The WAM web page link:
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=eyj5c0mo77631
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for BH116 (Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours):
1.2 Demonstrate in depth understanding of the spatial models and mathematical methods used in contemporary practice
1.3 Understand specialist bodies of knowledge in surveying and geospatial science
2.1 Apply standard and advanced techniques to solve a range of measurement and data management problems
2.2 Proficiently perform survey computations in two and three dimensions
2.3 Be proficient in the recording, storage, management and reporting of spatial information.
4.1 Communicate effectively by means of oral, written and graphical presentations to peers and a wider audience
5.2 Demonstrate a clear understanding of professional expectations and ethical requirements
5.3 Develop an understanding of the regulatory framework and the general professional environment graduates will encounter, including a commitment to continuing professional development and life-long learning.
6.2 Work with others and contribute in a constructive manner to group and team activities.
6.3 Professionally manage and use information
On completion of this course you should be able to:
- Explain the theory and applications of earthworks set-out and volume calculations;
2. Describe a range of equipment available for engineering surveying tasks;
3. Analyse survey errors using methods described in Australian legislation;
4. Review techniques used in mining and hydro-graphic surveying and explain their theoretical background;
5. Use a range of surveying equipment and analyse the accuracy of the equipment and results
6. Conduct a range of complex engineering survey tasks.
Overview of Learning Activities
This course is conducted as a series of weekly recorded lectures and field projects. The field projects have been designed to allow you to apply the knowledge gained in lectures and provide practical experience in the use of specialised surveying equipment. You will also complete assignments in which you will apply the principles of the main topics covered in lectures.
You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course.
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Tasks:
Assessment: Task 1 – Engineering Surveying Assignment #1
Weighting 10%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 3
Assessment: Task 2 – Engineering Surveying Assignment #2
Weighting 10%
This assessment task supports CLOs 3 & 4
Assessment: Task 3 – Practical Projects Folio
Weighting 50%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1 to 6
Assessment: Task 4 – Engineering Surveying Assignment #3
Weighting 30%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1 to 6
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.