Investigate purposes and applications of mapping and surveying.

Indicators for this outcome
(a) Discuss technical terms associated with mapping and surveying.
(b) Demonstrate an understanding of latitude and longitude.
(c) Research and develop a basic understanding of the Dominion Land Survey System.
(d)

Explore the set up and use of surveying equipment, including procedures such as:

  • finding angles between bearings;
  • plotting deflection angles on both open and closed traverses;
  • sight levels using engineer’s level and/or transit and rod;
  • determining unknown elevations and entering readings into field notes; and,
  • plotting out a lot.
(e) Apply coordinates to find locations.
(f) Explore how data are stored in mapping software, such as AutoCAD MAP 3D, and properly structured for efficient retrieval.
(g) Find map locations based on given legal descriptions.
(h) Produce simple topographical maps incorporating relevant mapping symbols.
(i) Interpret a land use zoning map.
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