Course Overview
This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of field surveying and road design fundamentals.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
- Retired
- This course has been retired and is no longer offered. Find other Flexible Learning courses that may interest you.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, thes tudent will be able to:
- Perform basic mathematical and trigonometric calculations related to survey calculations.
- Describe the types of linear measurements and equipment used in the measurement of distance/length.
- Describe equipment used in leveling and elevation measurement.
- Determine measured angles displayed on survey equipment.
- Describe open and closed traverses.
- Determine map and plan distances utilizing various types of scales.
- State and define the terms and general requirements for the lay out and survey of construction work.
- Describe the highway design process and the levels of construction cost estimates.
- Describe the fundamentals of road classification, driver and vehicle performance, traffic characteristics and environmental requirements.
- Describe and explain the concept of sight distances.
- Describe the basic elements of horizontal and vertical highway design.
- Describe the various types of intersections and the criteria used to design intersections.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2006
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