Master Syllabus DF1133, Land Measurement and Survey

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Credits 3 Lab Hours 15 Lecture Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0

This class is taken concurrently with DF1015, Civil Engineering Drafting. This course trains the student in the practice of Land measurement (surveying) and the Drafting necessary to describe tracts of land. Students will learn how to read and write Legal Land descriptions. Precision Measuring and layout skills are also taught are for design, fabrication, and manufacturing applications.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Industrial Technology Division is a committed leader in innovative workforce development by meeting the dynamic needs of business and industry through the development of student-centered education, technical excellence, and citizenship.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.

Outcome #4: Demonstrate mathematical skills by using a variety of techniques and technologies.

Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.

Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes

Upon completion of Scales and Measurement II the student will be able to:

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  1. Read and interpret Civil Engineering scales
  2. Draw a Graphic Scale Representation
  3. Plot CAD drawings to a specific scale
  4. Cite true statements concerning Accuracy and Precision
  5. Identify various Map scales
  6. Describe area and volume measurements
  7. Identify and measure with a Vernier Caliper
  8. Describe the parts of, and properly measure with a Micrometer
  9. Identify and use a Dial Caliper to obtain measurements
  10. Measure distances on a USGS topographic (7.5-minute quad) map
  11. Define methods of legal land descriptions
  12. Utilize and apply a coordinate system of measurement
  13. Describe the U.S. public land survey system
  14. Describe the subdivision of a section
  15. Read, interpret and write a lot and block description
  16. Read, interpret and write a metes and bounds description
  17. Plot a drawing from a metes and bounds description
  18. Describe a state plane coordinate system
  19. Understand the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  20. Write a description of a subdivision of a section
  21. List types of measurements used in surveying
  22. Identify survey equipment including theodolite, level, total station, level rod,
  23. Describe methods used in surveying to measure horizontal distances
  24. Define triangulation
  25. Identify various traverse surveys
  26. Describe the difference between a bearing direction and an azimuth direction
  27. Convert bearings to azimuths and azimuths to bearings
  28. Plot various types of traverses
  29. Describe vertical (zenith) angles
  30. Define leveling
  31. Describe reference elevations
  32. Identify survey stationing
  33. Read and interpret field notes and reduce them to a drawing
  34. Understand the Global Positioning System (GPS)
  35. List benefits of surveying with GPS
Course Outline
  1. Standard Measures and Equivalents
  2. Describe Accuracy and Precision
  3. Why Precision Measurement
  4. Area and Volume measurements
  5. Vernier Caliper
  6. Micrometer
  7. Dial Caliper
  8. Depth Gauge
  9. Measuring with Precision Instruments
  10. Map Scales
  11. Quadrangle Scales
  12. Graphic Scales
  13. Map Accuracy Standards
  14. Map Scales in CAD
  15. Map Projections and References
  16. Legal Land Descriptions
  17. Coordinate Systems
  18. U.S. Public Land Survey System
  19. Subdivision of a Section
  20. Lot and Block Description
  21. Metes and Bounds Descriptions
  22. Plat Development
  23. State Plane Coordinate Systems
  24. Legal Aspects of Land Acquisition
  25. Legal Boundaries
  26. Land Information System (LIS)
  27. Definition of Surveying
  28. Classifications of Surveys
  29. Types of Measurements in Surveying
  30. Survey Errors
  31. Survey Equipment
  32. Methods of Horizontal Measurement
  33. Bearings and Azimuths
  34. Plotting Traverses
  35. Methods of Vertical Measurement (Zeniths)
  36. Leveling
  37. Profile Surveys
  38. Stationing; Field Notes
  39. Global Positioning System (GPS)
Instructional Methods
  1. Lectures
  2. Discussion and Questions
  3. Demonstrations
  4. Reading Assignments
  5. Skills Assignments
  6. Field Exercises
  7. Examinations
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Drafting Kit
  2. Surveying Handouts
  3. Precision Measurement Kit
  4. CAD System
  5. Survey Equipment
Methods of Assessment

Pre-tests and post-tests; exercise problems, class participation.

  1. SCCC Outcomes 1 and 4 will be assessed and measured by solving assigned measurement problems, demonstration of skills necessary to successfully complete project exercises and drawings, and a written test.
  2. SCCC Outcome 6 will be assessed and measured by demonstrating the ability to read and measure technical drawing and prints using various Scales and Measuring Devices;
  3. SCCC Outcome 9 will be assessed by evaluation of skills and knowledge to current industry standards.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.