• Semester 2 (Day)
• Semester 2 (External)

Synopsis

Many  engineering  projects are based on the  location  of  a  planned
structure   (or   structures)  on  a  part  of  the  earths   surface.
Investigation  and  location of such projects requires  knowledge  and
skill in both geology and surveying.

Geological information affects engineering decisions in the design and
planning  stages because all large scale engineering works have  their
foundation  in  rock or soil. Many projects, such  as  dam  walls  and
pavements are also built from these materials. A working knowledge  of
geologically applied design limitations is therefore required  by  all
engineers  involved in foundation, construction, hydrology,  catchment
management and soil science works.

Surveying   is  an  essential  fundamental  component  in  engineering
planning, design, construction and monitoring processes.

The   construction  of  an  engineering  structure  requires  accurate
surveying skills to guarantee the establishment, alignment and fitting
of   sectional  components,  and  to  ensure  that  all  elements  are
positioned as designed.

A  knowledge of the range of skills, knowledge and roles of surveyors,
together  with surveying principles, some skill in performing surveys,
and  basic interoperation of graphical data, is therefore required  by
engineers.