Course Title: Apply surveying for civil engineering projects

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2021

Course Code: CIVE7784

Course Title: Apply surveying for civil engineering projects

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6162 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering Design)

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Dr M M Younus Ali
Course Coordinator and Teacher 
Future Technologies Industry Cluster    

College of Vocational Education
RMIT University (City Campus)            

Building 57, Level 5, Room 34
115 Queensberry Street, Carlton South
VIC  3053, Australia
Tel: +61 3 9925 4646
Email: m.m.younus.ali@rmit.edu.au

 

Dr Amita Iyer

Program Manager - Mechanical, Aeronautical and Civil Engineering Programs

Future Technologies Industry Cluster

College of Vocational Education

RMIT University, Melbourne
CRICOS provider code: 00122A
Building 57, Level 5, 115 Queensberry St
Carlton 3053
Tel: +61 3 9925 8311

Fax: + 61 3 9926 4666

Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 40

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Nil

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the knowledge and skills required to design and establish survey control for engineering and construction purposes. This includes the measurement and calculation of survey data, drawing of sketch plans, collection and processing of topographical data for detail mapping and related computational skills. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	VU22487 Apply surveying for civil engineering projects
Element:	1. Identify survey to be undertaken
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Occupational Health and Safety/Workplace Health and Safety (OHS/WHS) and environmental requirements for a given work area are determined 1.2 Established OHS/WHS requirements and risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation of the work area. 1.3 Safety hazards which have not previously been identified are documented and risk control measures devised and implemented in consultation with appropriate personnel. 1.4 The survey and analysis task is identified from documentation, work requests or discussions with appropriate personnel. 1.5 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others involved at the work site. 1.6 Resources and equipment needed for the task are obtained in accordance with enterprise procedures and checked for correct operation and safety.
Element:	2. Plan survey
Performance Criteria:	2.1 OHS/WHS requirements for carrying out the work are followed. 2.2 Documentation relating to existing survey features is collected and analysed. 2.3 Surveying equipment is checked for calibration and conforming to Australian Standard 2.4 Reconnaissance of construction/engineering sites is performed to local standards or regulations in accordance with enterprise procedures. 2.5 Survey risk management procedures are established and discussed with appropriate personnel.
Element:	3. Conduct survey and analyse results
Performance Criteria:	3.1 OHS/WHS requirements for carrying out the work are followed. 3.2 Survey control is conducted to job requirements in accordance with enterprise procedures. 3.3 Survey equipment is operated/used according to manufacturers’ manuals and enterprise procedures. 3.4 Results are recorded, analysed and computations are applied according to enterprise procedures. 3.5 Decisions for dealing with unexpected situations are made from discussions with appropriate personnel, job specifications and enterprise procedures. 3.6 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
Element:	4. Document, and report results
Performance Criteria:	4.1 OHS/WHS requirements for completing the work are followed. 4.2 Equipment and tools used in survey are maintained and stored in accordance with enterprise procedures. 4.3 Results are recorded, analysed and reported to appropriate personnel according to enterprise procedures. 4.4 Results are stored and archived according to enterprise procedures.

Learning Outcomes

Refer to Elements

Details of Learning Activities

You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.

• Lectures 
• Practical Field Surveying Activities 
• Review Questions
• Reports on Practical Field Surveying Activities 

  

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:

EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base

EA 1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.

EA 2. Engineering Application Ability

EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.

EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes

EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency VU22487 in the Assessment Matrix.

Teaching Schedule

Week of study	Topic	Module Learning outcomes /Competency elements
Wk 1	Introduction to the Course, OHS/WHS, Overview of Assessment Tasks, Surveying Principles and Linear Surveying, etc.	By the end of this session, learners will be able to learn about the following topics: - Course outline - Assessment information, - Introduction to survey principles, Introduction to angles, bearings, distances - Understanding maps and plans -Principles of linear surveying/Linear measurement techniques - Plotting the survey - OHS issues in Surveying - Personnel and equipment used - Types of surveying, etc
Wk 2 – 3 - 4	Theory on Levelling (Rise and Fall Method and HPC/HI Method), Contours, Vertical and Horizontal sections, etc.	By the end of this session, learners will be able to learn about the following topics: • Levelling instruments • Observation procedure • Reduction of levels (Rise and Fall method) • Reduction of levels (HPC/HI method) • Errors in levelling • Curvature and refraction checks • Contour characteristics • Methods of contouring • Uses of contour plans • Tacheometry principles • Longitudinal sections • Cross sections • Grades • Vertical sections
Wk 5 - 6 - 7 - 8	Traverse Survey (Theodolite) Curve Ranging (Horizontal curve)	By the end of this session, learners will be able to learn about the following topics: • Addition/subtraction of bearing • Internal angles, Horizontal and vertical angles • Rectangular/polar coordinates • Closed traverse/closures • Open traverse • Horizontal curve geometry • Curve elements • Setting out curves calculations • Equipment used
Week 9 - 10	Practical Work – Levelling (Rise and Fall & HPC method) Plotting Contours	By the end of this sessionlearners will be able to have practical training in the following topics: • Levelling • Back Sight (BS) • Intermediate Sight (IS) • Fore Sight (FS) • Booking relevant data • Reducing RLs and relevant checks (Both  methods), Plotting Contours, etc.
Wk 11 - 12	Practical Work – Traverse surveying (Theodolites)	By the end of this sessionlearners will be able to have practical training in the following topics: • Introduction to the Theodolite • Setting up the Theodolite • Measuring horizontal and vertical angles • Open/closed traverse Finding the height of a pole/tree/building Face left and face right reading, etc.
Wk 13 - 14	Practical Work – Setting out horizontal curve	By the end of this sessionlearners will be able to have practical training in the following topics: • Curve setting out from chords • Curve setting out from deflection angles • Road works setting out from offsets
Wk 15 - 16	Reserve days for marking and feedback on Practical Field Surveying Activities	Reserve days for marking and feedback on Practical Field Surveying Activities
Wk 17 - 18	Result Finalisation	All Assessment Tasks

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Recommended Text Books:

Surveying for Engineers,  J. Uren and W. F. Price,  5th ed,  Palgrave Macmillan,  ISBN:9780230221574

Surveying for Construction,  I, William and M, Finlay 5th ed,  Palgrave Macmillan,  ISBN-13:978-0-07-711114-4

Surveying Principles and Applications, K, Barry and M Tom, 9th ed, ISBN-13:978-0-13-700940-4

Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course, you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

Assessment 1: Assignment

Assessment 2: Practical Survey Technique 1

Assessment 3: Practical Survey Technique 2

Assessment 4: Practical Survey Technique 3

These tasks assess the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

 

Assessments	Assignment	Practical Survey Technique 1	Practical Survey Technique 2	Practical Survey Technique 3
1.1		x	x	x
1.2		x	x	x
1.3		x	x	x
1.4		x	x	x
1.5		x	x	x
1.6		x	x	x
2.1		x	x	x
.2.2		x	x	x
2.3		x	x	x
2.4		x	x	x
.2.5		x	x	x
2.6		x	x	x
3.1		x	x	x
3.2		x	x	x
3.3		x	x	x
3.4	x	x	x	x
3.5		x	x	x
3.6		x	x	x
4.1		x	x	x
4.2		x	x	x
4.3	x	x	x	x
4.4		x	x	x

 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Assignment

Assessment Task 2: Practical Survey Technique 1

Assessment Task 3: Practical Survey Technique 2

Assessment Task 4: Practical Survey Technique 3

 

To be deemed competent (CA) in this course, student will need to gain satisfactory (S) results in all three assessments.

This course will be assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent.

Assessment Matrix

Other Information

Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities. The estimated time is minimum 20 hours outside the class time.

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:

• Relevant
  • Current
  • Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 

Study and learning Support: 

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. 
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are: 

• assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
• maths and science developmental support and advice
• English language development

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support 

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

Late submission: 

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager. 
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted. 
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date. 

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked. 


Special consideration: 

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration 

Plagiarism: 

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. 

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/student-essentails/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity find more information about plagiarism. 

Other Information: 

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

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