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Hobart
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Introduction
This is the third and capstone unit in a series developing student competencies in surveying practice. In this unit, you will learn more details about the various types of work undertaken by the surveying profession and the role of surveyors in society. You will learn the principles of sound professional practice in surveying and be introduced to aspects of survey tasks beyond the technical, such as project planning, accountability for work practices and professional ethics. During semester, you will attend seminars from guest presenters where you will gain real-world insight into the roles of surveyors in industry and society. In some cases the guest practitioners may invite the class to visit them at a work-site to provide a deeper level of exposure to the field-based aspects of surveying practice. At the end of this unit, you should have a strong appreciation for the many career pathways open to you upon graduation e.g. cadastral surveying, engineering/construction surveying, industrial surveying, hydrographic surveying, mining surveying and geodetic surveying. This unit also has a strong focus on further development of practical skills and ability to apply them to real-world projects. In the practical classes this semester, you will be given hypothetical client requests and asked to develop practical and professional solutions based on your previously acquired knowledge of spatial measurement techniques, instrumentation and software and with consideration for the theoretical components of this unit. The data from your practical work will be analysed and presented using programmable hand-held calculators and specialist survey software.
Summary
| Unit name | Surveying Principles and Practice |
| Unit code | KGG320 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Rachael Hurd |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Hobart | Semester 2 |
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- On-campus
Off-Campus- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 2 | 06/07/2026 | 28/07/2026 | 31/08/2026 | 25/10/2026 |
* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Appraise a range of surveying methodologies to determine the most appropriate technique for specialist surveying problems.
- Apply best-practice procedures in survey data collection and processing to address complex surveying tasks.
- Evaluate survey measurement techniques and results with respect to industry standards.
- Explain the role of a surveyor across a range of industry applications.
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 |
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| 031101 | $1,192.00 | $1,192.00 | not applicable | $3,401.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
KGG220 AND KGG370Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1x 2hr workshop, 1x 1hr tutorial, 1x 3hr practical per week for the semester |
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| Assessment | Practical Test (10%)|Cadastral and Detail Surveying Practical Report (20%)|Engineering Surveying Practical Report (20%)|Review of the Surveying Industry (20%)|Written Exam (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
You will need to download a copy of the following online resources:
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