Hands-on operation and calibration of total stations, levels, and electronic surveying equipment for field applications.
Course overview
This course provides practical training in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of modern surveying instruments. You will work with total stations, automatic levels, and electronic data collectors in both simulated and field settings. The focus is on developing the technical skills required to collect accurate field data and maintain the equipment used in geomatics and civil engineering technology programs.
Who takes this course
What you will learn
You will learn to set up and level surveying instruments, measure angles and distances, and collect field data using electronic data collectors. The course covers routine calibration procedures, error identification, and proper storage techniques to ensure instrument longevity and accuracy.
Credits: 1.5 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate proper setup, leveling, and operation of optical and electronic total stations.
- Calibrate surveying instruments using standard field procedures to ensure measurement accuracy.
- Collect, record, and process field data using handheld electronic data collectors.
- Identify and troubleshoot common instrument errors and environmental sources of error.
- Maintain and store survey equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Practical instrument setup and operation | 40 |
| Calibration and adjustment tests | 25 |
| Field data collection report | 20 |
| Final practical exam | 15 |