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Basics of Surveying

Troy University

CourseGEM 2220

This course provides each student an introduction to measurement theory, instrumentation, measurement systems, measurement computations, data accuracy and precision. The structure of the field of geomatics is explored. Major components of the course are survey statistics, traverse computations, coordinate systems and datums, elevations, and mapping. The use of computer-aided drawing software to produce maps and plats is required.

Credits

3 credits

Course Code

GEM 2220

Related Courses

Prerequisites, corequisites, and courses that build on this one

Prerequisites

Complete these courses before enrolling

  • MTH 1114

    Pre-Calculus Trigonometry

    3 credits

Required For

Courses that require this course as a prerequisite

  • GEM 3379

    Introduction to Least Squares Adjustment

    3 credits
  • GEM 3330

    Advanced Measurement Analysis

    3 credits
  • GEM 3309

    Land Survey Principles

    3 credits
Programs

Education programs that include this course

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