Engineering Survey CE153: Modern Surveying Techniques

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Chapter 6: Modern Surveying Techniques (7 hours) – 10 marks

Course Code: CE153 – Engineering Survey I

Description: Comprehensive study material covering modern surveying techniques including theodolite, EDM and total station surveying

Chapter 6: Modern Surveying Techniques

7 hours

10 marks

6.1 Theodolite surveying

6.1.1 Theodolite components and terminology

6.1.2 Construction and working principles

6.1.3 Temporary adjustments and centering

6.1.4 Angle measurement methods: Direction and repetition

6.1.5 Error sources and field procedures

6.2 Electronic Distance Measurement (EDM)

6.2.1 Classification of EDM instruments

6.2.2 Working principles of electromagnetic wave EDMs

6.2.3 Error sources and correction methods

6.3 Total Station surveying

6.3.1 Components and features of modern total stations

6.3.2 Electronic data recording and management

6.3.3 Field applications and best practices

Prepared by: BBD Sir