Courses & Units
Surveying Practice KGG505
Introduction
This unit provides a detailed treatment of the statutory and common law affecting cadastral surveys and cadastral survey practice. The unit includes the following topics: the surveyor and statutory authorities; survey regulations; assessment of survey evidence; the types of survey undertaken by land surveyors and related State and Local Government processes; fieldwork technique including survey preparation (calibration, instrument adjustment, reconnaissance), survey design and fieldwork methodology. The unit includes a substantial field-based project to build understandings of the practical aspects of cadastral field practice for land boundary redefinition.
Summary
| Unit name | Surveying Practice |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KGG505 |
| 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 Rachael Hurd |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* 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 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the role and functions of a land surveyor, including their duties and responsibilities in cadastral boundary definition.
- Explain State and Local Government legislation regarding the work undertaken by land surveyors
- Describe statutory and common law that applies to cadastral boundary definition in Tasmania
- Apply professional methodologies to complete a cadastral survey and computations.
- Evaluate evidence to compile a cadastral survey plan and re-establishment report.
Fee Information
| 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 | $1,002.00 | $1,002.00 | not applicable | $2,798.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Co-requisites
KGG506Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1 x 3-hour workshop per week, plus independent study. 1 full day field trip. |
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| Assessment | Cadastral survey project (50%)|Written exam |
| 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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