- Offered for Year: 2023/24
- Module Leader(s): Dr Christopher Pearson
- Lecturer: Dr Nigel Penna
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
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Semester 1 Credit Value:
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10
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ECTS Credits:
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5.0
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Aims
To provide a general introduction to surveying concepts and instrumentation.
To develop skills in fundamental survey observations and teamwork.
This module introduces students to the concepts, instrumentation, observation procedures and basic computations utilised in modern surveying practice. The construction and operating principles of survey levels, theodolites, electromagnetic distance measurement (EDM) equipment and total stations, are all introduced in the lecture programme. Supporting practicals, that complement the theory taught in lectures, provide students with hands-on experience.
Outline Of Syllabus
Introduction to the basic concepts of surveying on a plane surface; Height determination by spirit levelling; angle measurement by theodolite; distance measurement techniques including EDM; basic positioning using total stations; testing of instrumentation.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category |
Activity |
Number |
Length |
Student Hours |
Comment |
|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 78:00 | 78:00 | Independent study and work on assessments, including reviewing non-synchronous lectures |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 4 | 3:30 | 14:00 | Assessed practicals. PiP - held off campus |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 2 | 2:00 | 4:00 | Synchronous online seminars |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | 4 hrs of present-in-person lectures/seminars; |
| Total | | | | 100:00 | |
Jointly Taught With
| Code |
Title |
|---|
| CEG1703 | Surveying and Mapping |
| CEG1712 | Fundamentals of Surveying I |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The study of surveying, as with many scientific subjects, has its own language, methodologies and techniques. Additionally, the subject is underpinned by mathematics. The language, methodologies and techniques are delivered through the lecture series building to an in-depth study of basic surveying practice. Theoretical knowledge introduced in lectures is further practised and consolidated in formal practical sessions. The practical skills of the subject are practised through equipment based practical sessions.
Students should consult their individual timetable for up-to-date delivery information.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description |
Length |
Semester |
When Set |
Percentage |
Comment |
|---|
| Digital Examination | 120 | 1 | A | 60 | Closed book exam |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code |
Module Title |
Semester |
Comment |
|---|
| CEG1703 | Surveying and Mapping | 1 | Multiple Choice, Electronic Exam. |
| CEG1712 | Fundamentals of Surveying I | 1 | N/A |
Other Assessment
| Description |
Semester |
When Set |
Percentage |
Comment |
|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | 15 | Levelling computations |
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | 15 | Coordinate computations |
| Practical/lab report | 1 | M | 10 | 4 x 3.5 hour field practicals |
Formative Assessments
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Surveying encompasses a suite of practical, computational, analytical and expressive skills. Therefore the assessments vary to ensure these skills (and respective knowledge and understanding) are assessed, including fieldwork for practical skills.
Reading Lists
Timetable
