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Surveying & Transportation Engineering Flashcards

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is the technique, profession, art and science of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional positions of points and the distances and angles between them.

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Surveying

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A land surveying professional is called a

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LAND SURVEYOR

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DETERMINING THE RELATIVE POSITIONS OF OBJECTS

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Surveying

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DETERMINING THE ELEVATION OF POINTS

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Surveying

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DETERMINING BOUNDARIES AND PROPERTY LINES

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Surveying

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CREATING MAPS AND 3D MODELS OF THE EARTH’S SURFACE

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Surveying

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Most instruments screw onto a ____ when in use.

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Tripod

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____________ are often used for measurement of smaller distances.

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Tape measures

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___________ and various forms of ______ imagery are also used.

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3D scanners - aerial

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is an instrument for the measurement of angles.

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Theodolite

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It uses two separate circles, protractors or alidades to measure angles in the horizontal and the vertical plane.

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Theodolite

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is a form of theodolite that uses a gyroscope to orient itself in the absence of reference marks.

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Gyro theodolite

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It is used in underground applications.

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Gyro theodolite

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is a development of the theodolite with an electronic distance measurement device (EDM).

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Total station

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can be used for leveling when set to the horizontal plane.

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Total station

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used to mark points prior to marking pins and for the surveyor to see those points with theodolite / total station through a distance.

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Staging rod or range pole

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Staging rod is also called?

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Range pole

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Used as the base of the equipment for stability and ensure that it is levelled through the bubble.

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Tripod

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Used to mark points on the actual layout on the ground after measurements and levels are established.

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Marking pins

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Used to measure elevation readings through theodolite / total station.

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Stadia rod

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topographic, layout, and as-built surveys associated with engineering design.

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Engineering survey

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22
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They often need geodetic computations beyond normal civil engineering practice.

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Engineering survey

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a survey that documents the location of recently constructed elements of a construction project.

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As-built surveying

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is also known as a ‘works as executed survey’.

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As-built survey

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25
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are done for record, completion evaluation and payment purposes.

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As-built surveys

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26
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are often presented in red or redline and laid over existing plans for comparison with design information.

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As-built surveys

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a survey that establishes or re-establishes boundaries of a parcel using a legal description.

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Cadastral or boundary surveying

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It involves the setting or restoration of monuments or markers at the corners or along the lines of the parcel.

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Cadastral or boundary surveying

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These take the form of iron rods, pipes, or concrete monuments in the ground, or nails set in concrete or asphalt.

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Cadastral or boundary surveying

30
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establish reference points to use as starting positions for future surveys.

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Control surveying

31
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Most other forms of surveying will contain elements of ______

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Control surveying

32
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is to stake out reference points and markers that will guide the construction of new structures such as roads or buildings.

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Construction surveying

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These markers are usually staked out according to a suitable coordinate system selected for the project.

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Construction surveying

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a survey to determine if a structure or object is changing shape or moving.

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Deformation surveying

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First the positions of points on an object are found. A period of time is allowed to pass and the positions are then re-measured and calculated. Then a comparison between the two sets of positions is made.

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Deformation surveying

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this is a type of survey conducted in or on a non-level surface.

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Dimensional survey

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The primary purpose of ________ is to ensure the accuracy and precision of physical components or structures, particularly in situations where precise alignment, fit, or assembly is critical.

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Dimensional surveying

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a survey done to collect the positional data on a foundation that has been poured and is cured.

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Foundation survey

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This is done to ensure that the foundation was constructed in the location, and at the elevation, authorized in the plot plan, site plan, or subdivision plan.

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Foundation survey

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a survey conducted with the purpose of mapping the shoreline and bed of a body of water.

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Hydrographic survey

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Used for navigation, engineering, or resource management purposes.

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Hydrographic survey

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is the process of determining the elevation of points on the Earth’s surface relative to a fixed reference point.

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Levelling

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Earth’s surface relative to a fixed reference point

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Datum

44
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the average height of the sea’s surface over a long period of time.

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Mean sea level (MSL)

45
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_____ includes directing the digging of mine shafts and galleries and the calculation of volume of rock.

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Mining surveying

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It uses specialised techniques due to the restraints to survey geometry such as vertical shafts and narrow passages.

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Mining surveying

47
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is a simple survey that delineates land boundaries and building locations.

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Mortgage surveying

48
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It checks for encroachment, building setback restrictions and shows nearby flood zones.

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Mortgage surveying

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In many places a ________ is a precondition for a mortgage loan.

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Mortgage surveying

50
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It is also known as a property valuation survey.

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Mortgage Surveying

51
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is a technique for creating maps and models of objects and terrain using photographs

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Photographic survey

52
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a detailed inspection to report upon the physical condition and structural stability of a building or structure.

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Structural surveying

53
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It highlights any work needed to maintain it in good repair.

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Structural Surveying

54
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A boundary survey that splits a property into two or more smaller properties.

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Subdivision

55
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survey that measures the elevation of points on a particular piece of land, and presents them as contour lines on a plot

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Topographic survey

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is a branch of civil engineering that deals with the planning, design, operation, and maintenance of transportation systems.

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Transportation Engineering

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It encompasses a wide range of activities, from planning and designing highways, railways, and airports to managing traffic flow and developing new transportation technologies.

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Transportation Engineering

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PROVIDE SAFE AND EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION FOR PEOPLE
AND GOODS

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Transportation Engineering

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PROMOTE sustainable transportation practices

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Transportation Engineering

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Address transportation needs and challenges

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Transportation Engineering

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Analyzingtransportationneeds, forecasting demand, and developing transportation to meet future demands

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Transportation planning

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Designing,constructing,and maintaining highways, including roads, bridges, tunnels, and traffic control systems.

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Highway engineering

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Designing,constructing,and maintaining railways, including tracks, bridges, signals, and rolling stock

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Railway engineering

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Planning,designing,and maintaining airports, including runways, terminals, air traffic control systems, and passenger facilities.

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airport engineering

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Managing traffic flow, analyzing traffic patterns, and designing traffic control strategies to improve traffic efficiency and reduce congestion.

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traffic engineering

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Developing and implementing ITS technologies, such as traffic signal control systems, traveler information systems, and automated vehicle technologies, to improve transportation efficiency and safety.

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Intelligent transportation systems (ITS)

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