Course Title: Conduct complex engineering set-out surveys

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2022

Course Code: GEOM5195C

Course Title: Conduct complex engineering set-out surveys

School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6175 - Advanced Diploma of Surveying

Course Contact: Thierry Demathieu

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8359

Course Contact Email: thierry.demathieu@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Simon Shachter | Teacher - Building, Surveying and Land Management

College of Vocational Education

RMIT University

+61 39925 2000

simon.shachter@rmit.edu.au   

www.rmit.edu.au


Nominal Hours: 120

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to conduct a complex engineering set-out survey based on specifications and client requirements.

It includes scheduling, recording, monitoring and reporting on the project. The course also includes setting up and using specialised surveying equipment to measure, record and reduce surveying data using an established control network and spatial coordinate and reference systems. It also includes validation of the accuracy of data and identifying and resolving problems.

This course is suitable for surveyors who use broad theoretical and technical knowledge to analyse information as well as interpret and provide solutions to unpredictable and sometimes complex surveying/spatial information problems. The course supports those who work in a technical management role in a surveying team.



National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CPPSSI6035 Conduct complex engineering set-out surveys

Element:

1. Plan and prepare for complex engineering set-out survey

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Analyse survey set-out specifications, including cross-sections and plans, and technical descriptions of surveying data. 1.2 Determine constraints, work activities, technologies and techniques to be used for set-out according to project specifications and client requirements. 1.3 Identify any special equipment or resource requirements according to characteristics of the operating environment. 1.4 Devise and apply risk management and contingency strategies to ensure project complies with legislative requirements, industry standards and organisational requirements. 1.5 Determine safe work requirements, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE). 1.6 Select and check surveying equipment to ensure correct operation and functionality according to manufacturer specifications.

Element:

2. Manage complex engineering set-out survey

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Set out identified project components accurately according to project specifications. 2.2 Conduct, validate and record set-out measurements and calculations using control network according to project specifications. 2.3 Liaise and collaborate with relevant persons. 2.4 Review project progress and implement agreed changes for consistency with project scope and timeframes. 2.5 Resolve problems and implement contingencies according to organisational requirements.

Element:

3. Finalise complex engineering set-out survey

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Analyse survey set-out specifications, including cross-sections and plans, and technical descriptions of surveying data. 1.2 Determine constraints, work activities, technologies and techniques to be used for set-out according to project specifications and client requirements. 1.3 Identify any special equipment or resource requirements according to characteristics of the operating environment. 1.4 Devise and apply risk management and contingency strategies to ensure project complies with legislative requirements, industry standards and organisational requirements. 1.5 Determine safe work requirements, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE). 1.6 Select and check surveying equipment to ensure correct operation and functionality according to manufacturer specifications.

Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. 


Details of Learning Activities

You will learn to:

  • Planning for surveying operations
  • Scheduling tasks and developing project timeframes
  • Completing field-based activities
  • Quality assurance checks during field operations
  • Completing documentation and finalising project requirements

The total number of scheduled hours of teaching, learning and assessment involved in this course includes all planned activities (face to face classes, lectures, workshops and seminars; workplace visits, online learning and other forms of structured teaching and learning). It also covers the amount of effort necessary to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, observation of work performance, discussions with supervisors and others providing third party evidence and one on one and group assessment sessions with students.


Teaching Schedule

Schedule

Week 1

Introduction

Introduce course and go through process of accessing software

Week 2

HP Prime Computations

Traverse computations using the HP Prime Calculator

Week 3

Liscad Computations

Traverse computations using Liscad

Week 4

Coordinate Calculations

Coordinate calculations using HP Prime Calculator and Liscad

Week 5

Manual Resection Calculations

Calculations required to generate coordinate for point using a resection on known marks

Week 6

Creating Setout File Using Architectural Plans

Using architectural plans to create Liscad setout file

Week 7

Rotate to MGA Computations

Manual calculations required to rotate a survey onto MGA

Week 8

Assignment 1

Week 9

Road Volume Calculations 1

Manual calculations to work out the volume of a stretch of road between two chainages 

Week 10

Road Volume Calculations 2

Manual calculations to work out the volume of a stretch of road between three chainages 

Week 11

Base Plane Volume Calculations 1

Manual calculations to work out the volume to be excavated to base plan using a 2 x 2 grid

Week 12

Base Plane Volume Calculations 2

Manual calculations to work out the volume to be excavated to base plan using a 3 x 3 grid

Week 13

Assignment 2

Week 14

High Rise Surveying 1

Lecture describing the equipment used in completing surveys on high rise buildings

Week 15

High Rise Surveying 1

Lecture describing the process of completing surveys on high rise buildings

Week 16

Feedback



Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS. 


Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1: Bridge Pier Setout Survey

Assessment 2: Gridline Setout Survey


Assessment Matrix

Mapping Assessments to the Unit of Competency

Element

Performance criteria





Assessment Task 1: Bridge Pier Setout Survey

Assessment

Task 2: Gridline Setout Survey

1. Plan and prepare for complex engineering set-out survey.

1.1. Analyse survey set-out specifications, including cross-sections and plans, and technical descriptions of surveying data.

Part A (1.2)

 

1.2. Determine constraints, work activities, technologies and techniques to be used for set-out according to project specifications and client requirements.

 

Part A (1.1)

1.3. Identify any special equipment or resource requirements according to characteristics of the operating environment.

Part A (1.3)

 

1.4. Devise and apply risk management and contingency strategies to ensure project complies with legislative requirements, industry standards and organisational requirements.

 

Part A (1.2)

1.5 Determine safe work requirements, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Part A (1.3)

Part B (1.1)

 

1.6 Select and check surveying equipment to ensure correct operation and functionality according to manufacturer specifications.

 

Part A (1.1)

2. Manage complex engineering set-out survey.

2.1. Set out identified project components accurately according to project specifications.

Part A (2.2)

 

2.2. Conduct, validate and record set-out measurements and calculations using control network according to project specifications.

 

Part A (2.1)

2.3. Liaise and collaborate with relevant persons

Part A (1.3)

Part A (2.1)

Part A (1.1)

2.4. Review project progress and implement agreed changes for consistency with project scope and timeframes.

 

Part A (2.2)

2.5. Resolve problems and implement contingencies according to organisational requirements.

Part A (1.3)

 

 

3. Finalise complex engineering set-out survey.

3.1. Finalise and check project for compliance with project and organisational requirements

Part A (3.1)

Part A (3.1)

3.2. Notify appropriate persons of project results according to organisational requirements.

 

Part A (3.2)

3.3. Complete documentation and archive spatial data according to project and organisational requirements.

Part A (3.2)

Part B (2.1)

Part B (1.1)



Performance Evidence 


Assessment

Task 1: Urban Identification Survey

Assessment

Task 2: Greenfield Identification Survey

To demonstrate competency a candidate must meet the elements and performance criteria of this unit by conducting two different complex engineering set-out surveys.

For each complex engineering set-out survey, the candidate must:        

conduct set-out measurements and calculations to meet engineering specifications using two of the following pieces of surveying equipment:

  • current meter



  • global navigation satellite system (GNSS)



  • level



  • tape

Part A (3.1)

Part A (3.1)
  • theodolite



  • total station.

Part A (1.1)

Part A (1.1)

 

Knowledge Evidence 


Assessment

Task 1: Control Survey

Assessment

Task 2: Engineering Setout

To be competent in this unit a candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:



  • legislative requirements, and industry standards relating to engineering set-out surveys

KQ1


  • set-out considerations for:
  • - civil works, including roads and pipelines
  • - buildings, including curved structures and footings
  • - cul-de-sac

KQ2


  • methods for setting up, levelling and calibrating surveying equipment

KQ3


  • data capture, set-out and reduction techniques

KQ4


  • graphical and technical information in engineering plans

KQ5


  • accuracy and precision requirements for setting out surveying data

KQ6


  • methods for calculating surveying data and verifying its accuracy using primary and secondary controls


KQ1

industry-accepted methods for validating data to identify errors and discrepancies


KQ2
  • methods for establishing a control network that meets specified tolerances


KQ3
  • organisational policies and procedures relating to:
  • - work health and safety (WHS) relating to surveying activities
  • - reporting and documentation
  • - using and allocating resources
  • - using surveying equipment


KQ4

reference and coordinate systems for surveying data, including Australian Height Datum and Map Grid of Australia.


KQ5

 

 

 

Assessment conditions

Describe how assessments meet the assessment conditions

Assessors must meet the requirements for assessors contained in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting where these skills and knowledge would be performed.

Candidates must have access to:

RMIT employment requires all trainers and assessors to comply with the Standards for RTOs in respect to holding the TAE40116, or higher VE qualification including any necessary updated units.  All employees must show currency within their vocational specialty along with their professional employment.
  • - personal protective equipment (PPE)

All required PPE will be provided by RMIT, supplied from the survey equipment room
  • - survey specifications, including relevant engineering plans and drawings.

All required plans and drawings will be available for download on Canvas

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:

  • Relevant
  • Current
  • Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 

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Services offered by Study Support to support your numeracy and literacy skills are: 

assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice 
maths and science developmental support and advice 
English language development 

Please Refer https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support to find more information about Study and learning Support 

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

Late submission: 

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager. 
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted. 
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date. 

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked. 


Special consideration: 

Please Refer https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration to find more information about special consideration 

Academic Integrity: 


"Academic integrity means acting with the values of honesty, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility in learning, teaching and research."

It means referencing the work of others while developing your own insights, knowledge and ideas.

Breaches of academic integrity include:

  • plagiarism and failure to correctly acknowledge sources
  • contract cheating or paying/getting another person to prepare an assignment
  • submitting work prepared by another person
  • copying other people’s work
  • cheating in exams
  • breaching the Research Code
  • using unauthorised materials or devices

Please Refer: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity to find more information about plagiarism. 

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through the Learning Hub and may be provided with additional materials in class. Lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. You will also use equipment and software packages in the laboratory for the project work. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts

Check the Library Subject Guides: http://rmit.libguides.com/geospatial

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