CTLS 1810 Introduction to Surveying
Course Information
| Course Number | CTLS 1810 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Introduction to Surveying |
| Description | This course covers the principles of plane surveying involving methods of measuring horizontal and vertical distance, elevation and angles. Practice in the use of common measurement equipment, leveling instruments, compass, transit, theodolite and total station is stressed along with introduction to Global Positioning Systems and proper care and maintenance of all equipment. Recording of field information and correction of acquired data are an important part of this course. (Prerequisite: Successful completion of MATH 0075 with a grade of C or above, or an Accuplacer Arithmetic score of 56 or above.) |
| Total Credits | 4 |
| Total Hours | 96 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2 Credits, 48 Hours |
| Lab | 2 Credits, 48 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: Successful completion of MATH 0075 with a grade of C or above, or an Accuplacer Arithmetic score of 56 or above.
Institutional Core Competencies
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Summarize the principles of surveying.
- Analyze the units of measurement for surveying.
- Demonstrate proper recording of field notes.
- Identify errors encountered by surveying.
- Demonstrate taping techniques.
- Examine levels and level rods.
- Illustrate leveling techniques.
- Analyze angles and directions.
- Examine various types of distance measuring instruments.
- Illustrate total station setup and operational procedures.
- Investigate magnetic declination and the compass.
- Identify Minnesota tree types.
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
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