Courses & Units
Introduction to Surveying and Spatial Sciences KGG315
Introduction
It is becoming increasingly important for practicing engineers and scientists to understand the methods employed in spatial mapping and measurement. Global navigation systems such as GPS, airborne photography and airborne laser scanning, the increasing availability of satellite imagery, and modern field surveying instruments provide rich spatial data to support decision making in engineering and the physical sciences. This unit introduces the science, tools and techniques used to make maps of our built and natural environment. Topics include basic skills in plane surveying (coordinate systems, use of minor instruments, levelling, traversing); an introduction to advanced surveying and mapping techniques (shape of the earth, map projections, GPS, photogrammetry, airborne and terrestrial laser scanning, Geographic Information Systems). The application of these methods is examined for a variety of case studies in disciplines such as engineering, architecture, archaeology, and environmental science.
Summary
| Unit name | Introduction to Surveying and Spatial Sciences |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KGG315 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Luke Wallace |
| Teaching staff | Doctor Luke Wallace |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 20/2/2023 | 21/3/2023 | 10/4/2023 | 28/5/2023 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Acquire geospatial data through appropriately recording and analysing observations and their errors obtained through the correct use of surveying instruments and surveying methods
- Explain the principles of working with surveying measurements both on a curved Earth and when represented on maps
- Describe various terrestrial, airborne and space-based measurement systems used to acquire geospatial data, and assess their strengths and weaknesses
- Propose effective solutions to common engineering or scientific projects by choosing and combining different geospatial datasets.
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031101 | $1,037.00 | $1,037.00 | not applicable | $2,938.00 |
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 x 1-hour lecture, 1 x 1-hour tutorial, 1 x 3-hour practical, per week. |
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| Assessment | Module Quizzes (30%)|Short Essay (25%)|Practical Report Submissions (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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