Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Engineering (9210-01) - City & Guilds

Unit 104 Engineering surveying
Level: 6
Introduction
This unit is about the fundamental survey techniques required for various civil engineering
applications including buildings, irrigation systems, roads, railways and tunnels.
Unit aim
The unit aims to develop understanding of advanced theories of surveying and modern surveying
techniques and procedures used in engineering surveying applications.
Learning outcomes
There are four learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:
1. Understand the error types, random, systematic and gross; know their source and how to
manage them
2. Carry out a range of survey types using modern equipment and technology, and taking due
regard of accuracy, precision and errors
3. Analyse survey data accurately and reliably using standard convention
4. Apply survey methods to industrial applications
Guided learning hours
It is recommended that 150 hours should be allocated for this unit of which 60 hours would be
direct taught hours, 60 hours practical work and the remainder independent study. This may be
carried out on a full time or part time basis.
Assessment
This unit will be assessed by means of one three hour written examination plus satisfactory
completion of the prescribed practical and laboratory work. The assessments will be carried out
separately.
The learner is expected to have sound knowledge of the related materials at the level of City &
Guilds Advanced Technician Diploma in Construction Unit 6165-30-061 or relevant HND or other
equivalent. This includes the practical aspects of setting out of works and a detailed understanding
of the techniques used in surveying and setting out and their purpose.
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