Course Overview
Introduction to differential leveling; terms used in leveling; field note-keeping; peg-test; bench mark leveling; level note reductions and adjustment. Leveling applications - sewer-line survey and building site survey; earthwork volume calculations.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.5
Domestic fees
$1,006.14
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Carry out differential leveling - bench mark and detail leveling.
- Take and reduce field notes.
- Adjust level loops.
- Carry out a peg test to determine if the level instrument is in good adjustment or not.
- Calculate grades and invert elevations sewer-lines.
- Cut and fill; earthwork volume determinations.
Effective as of Winter 2007
Related Programs
Survey Instrument Operations: Levels (SURV 1101) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Civil Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Civil Technology
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of SURV 1101 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 33274
Dates
Oct 24 - Nov 21 Loading
- CRN 33274
- $1006.14 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24 - Nov 21 | Sat | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2010 |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
Ian Gatrell
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- You may proceed to register for this course online, or by contacting Student Information and Enrollment Services (SIES) at 604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610 Toll-Free (Canada and US only). For more information, please contact geomatics@bcit.ca
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Status
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Winter 2027
Below is one offering of SURV 1101 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 41010
Dates
Feb 27 - Apr 03 Loading
- CRN 41010
- $1006.14 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27 - Apr 03 | Sat | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Substantial footwear, raingear, field book and paper are required for this course. You may proceed to register for this course online, or by contacting Student Information and Enrollment Services (SIES) at 604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610 Toll-Free (Canada and US only). ***No class on March 27, 2027 (Easter Weekend)***
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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