3. Types of Surveys in Civil Engineering

3.1. Objectives

Objectives for Chapter 2: Types of Surveys in Civil Engineering

General Objectives:

  • Understand the different types of surveys used in civil engineering projects.

  • Identify the specific applications of each type of survey and their significance.

  • Explain the methodology and equipment used in land and engineering surveys.

  • Compare the features and purposes of land surveying and engineering surveying.

Objectives for 2.1: Land Surveying

  • Define land surveying and its primary goals in civil engineering.

  • Understand the various types of land surveys (e.g., topographic, boundary, and cadastral surveys) and their applications.

  • Learn how to collect and record land survey data accurately, including elevation, boundaries, and physical features.

  • Explain the importance of land surveying in property delineation, land development, and urban planning.

  • Identify the basic instruments and techniques used in land surveying, such as theodolites, total stations, and GPS.