CVL 143 Introduction to Civil Survey

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Credits: 3

Introduces a broad variety of office- and field-based activities associated with the work of a professional land surveyor. Emphasizes professional-technical development and working as a member of a team.

Corequisite: MTH 070, or MTH 081 or higher; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Use elementary survey computations to determine the position and elevation of a location.
Operate electronic survey equipment.
Use oral and written communication skills in working as an individual or a member of a team.
Perform basic field survey procedures including cross-sections, horizontal and vertical control traverses.
Maintain survey notes in a survey field book.

Content Outline

Elementary Mathematics
Map and Compass
Teamwork Skills and Development
Field Survey Procedures
Office Survey Calculations
Record Keeping