Course Title: Terrestrial Surveying

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Terrestrial Surveying

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

GEOM2091

City Campus

Undergraduate

145H Mathematical & Geospatial Sciences

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2006,
Sem 2 2007,
Sem 2 2008,
Sem 2 2009,
Sem 2 2010,
Sem 2 2011,
Sem 2 2012,
Sem 2 2013,
Sem 2 2014,
Sem 2 2015,
Sem 2 2016

GEOM2091

City Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2017,
Sem 2 2018,
Sem 2 2019,
Sem 2 2020,
Sem 2 2021,
Sem 2 2022,
Sem 2 2023

Course Coordinator: Dr Lucas Holden

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 1916

Course Coordinator Email: lucas.holden@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 012.10.14

Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment, by email


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None


Course Description

This course consists of four (4) key topics areas that provide core information for surveying students:

  • Surveying computations, applied least squares and coordinate transformation
  • Determine and set-out coordinated positions
  • Introduction to private sector and government surveying and data services used by surveyors
  • Total stations and survey instrument testing


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the development of the following Program Learning Outcomes in BH116 (Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) and BH117 (Bachelor of Science (Geospatial Science):

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.
1.4 Understand and interpret the law as it relates to Surveying.
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.
3.1 Design and implement solutions to complex problems in survey measurement and land development.
3.2 Interpret and critically analyse results and make informed judgments on the appropriateness of solutions.
3.3 Apply critical and analytical skills in a scientific and professional manner.
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 successful completion of this course you should be able to:

  1. Undertake required computations, analysis, interpretation and presentation of survey information including coordinate transformations
  2. Determine and set-out coordinated positions in the field
  3. Explain and apply least squares adjustment of survey measurements and coordinates
  4. Conduct basic calibration of a surveying total station and other instruments
  5. Review the digital data and services available from government and private sector for surveying


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials, tutorials, practicals, laboratories, seminars, project work, class discussion, individual and group activities. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both.

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: Assignment 1
Weighting 15%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 3

Assessment Task 2: Practical Field Projects
Weighting 45%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2 & 4

Assessment Task 3: Class Quizzes
Weighting 10%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 3, 4 & 5

Assessment Task 4: Assignment 2 
Weighting 30%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 3, 4 & 5

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.