SURV 1030 - Fundamentals of Geodesy and Control Surveys

Institution:

Utah Valley University

Subject:

Land Surveying

Description:

Prerequisite(s): Completed and Approved Matriculation into any Surveying and Mapping degree program. Explores the science of geodesy or the size and shape of the earth. Involves Global Positioning Systems theory for computing a position on the earth using three-dimensional coordinate systems, reference coordinate systems, state plane coordinates, transformations, geoid datums, orthometric heights and leveling. Introduces basic properties and characteristics of the most common map projections. Explains principles and theories used to establish control surveys and survey networks based on geodesy. Introduces traverse, triangulation, and elevation adjustment computations along with random and systemic errors in measurement. Offers field application assignments of typical survey control networks using GPS and Total Stations to collect GPS data. Includes post processing coordinate transformation, creation, and report generation using the NGS OPUS system. Requires verifiable demonstration of field skills and techniques.. Lab access fee of $45 applies.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uvu.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 863-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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