Course Title: Apply advanced survey methods to engineering
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C6093 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Design
Course Title: Apply advanced survey methods to engineering
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 40
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Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit of competency deals with the skills and knowledge required to establish survey control for engineering and construction projects and to collect and process topographical data for detail mapping of engineering and construction sites.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
EDC130B Apply basic survey methods to engineering.
National Competency Codes and Titles
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EDC140B Apply advanced survey methods to engineering |
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1. Draw contours from spot heights and extract sections. 2. Set up a theodolite and take readings. 3. Determine horizontal and vertical distances using acheometry. 4. Set out measurement on a construction site. |
Learning Outcomes
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Overview of Assessment
Assessment are conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set out in the National Training Package. Students are required to undertake summative assessments that bring together knowledge and skills. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment tasks detailed under the Assessment Task Section.
Your assessment for this course will be marked using the following table:
NYC (<50%) Not Yet Competent
CAG (50-59%) Competent - Pass
CC (60-69%) Competent - Credit
CDI (70-79%) Competent - Distinction
CHD (80-100%) Competent - High Distinction