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Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

Cadastral surveying is a major component of the surveying profession and one of the most complex areas of practice. This unit introduces the student to the fundamental legal and practical principles of cadastral surveying and its role in land administration. The unit builds on 'Surveying' (UDB182) and provides a foundation for later surveying units.

Aims

The aim of this unit is to introduce you to the principles and practice of cadastral surveying and for you to successfully complete a practical field exercise related to this specialised area of surveying practice.

Objectives

By the completion of this unit you will be able to demonstrate a number of discipline specific capabilities at an intermediate level:

1. Knowledge of those parts of a series of Acts and case law that impact on cadastral surveying, land development and administration.
2. Understanding of legal principles relating to the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
3. Understanding the practical role of the cadastral surveyor in the definition and maintenance of the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
4. Ability to plan, perform and complete all stages of a practical cadastral field exercise.

Content

Land Title Systems
- An explanation of the options of land title systems, with particular reference to Customary Land Tenure, Private-Deeds registration, Public-Deeds Registration, and Registration of Title.
- An analysis of the literature and case law relevant to the reinstatement of property boundaries as applicable to Queensland.
- An analysis of Legislation, Subordinate legislation and case law that impinges on the reinstatement process.

Reinstatement
- The legal aspects of re-instatement of boundaries.
- Case law associated with re-instatement.
- Land and surveying requirements of the relevant Acts and regulations.
- Analysis of cadastral plans prior to field survey.
- Undertaking of field surveys to reinstate boundaries.
- Reinstatement of boundaries surveyed during field exercises.

Documentation
- Preparation of sketch of field survey for reinstatement activities
- Preparation of fair drawn plan to registration standards

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Teaching Mode: Hours per week:
Lecture/Tutorials: 4
Practicals: 4-8 (two field days during semester)

Learning Approaches:
Lectures will present the pertinent aspects of the Queensland land title system and legislation pertaining to cadastral surveying. The reinstatement process is to be covered in a series of lectures supported by practical exercises. A problem-based learning approach is used to complement lectures. Students are given case studies of reinstatements for which they work individually and in groups to arrive at solutions.

Assessment

The assessment for this unit follows the assessment policy stated in the Manual of Policies and Procedures (MOPP) section C/5.1.1 You will receive formative feedback on your progress in this unit during tutorials and discussions throughout the semester.

Assessment name: Examination (Theory)
Description: Mid semester exam
You will be required to complete an individual written examination based on lecture and workshop materials presented during Weeks 1 to 7
Relates to objectives: 1. Demonstration of knowledge of those parts of a series of Acts and case law that impact on cadastral surveying, land development and administration.
2. Demonstration of understanding of legal principles relating to the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
3. Demonstration of understanding the practical role of the cadastral surveyor in the definition and maintenance of the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 8

Assessment name: Laboratory/Practical
Description: Field Practical

You will be required to undertake a cadastral field exercise as a member of a three person group. The field component will be undertaken collaboratively. You will be required to undertake your own calculations and produce your own graphic outputs that are needed to complete and record the survey.
Relates to objectives: 2. Demonstrate practical understanding of legal principles relating to the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
3. Demonstrate practical understanding the practical role of the cadastral surveyor in the definition and maintenance of the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
4. Demonstrate practical ability to plan, perform and complete all stages of a practical cadastral field exercise.
Weight: 35%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Group
Due date: Week 10

Assessment name: Problem Solving Task
Description: Problem Solving Task and Portfolio
You will be required to complete a series of desktop reinstatement exercises (five minimum) designed to develop your knowledge of the principles and skillset for the practice of cadastral reinstatement. The exercises will be undertaken during weekly tutorial sessions from Week 2 to Week 9. The timing of these sessions is subject to any delays caused by inclement weather on the planned dates of the field practical exercise. Feedback on your skills development will be provided at each workshop session. Output you produce within each workshop session is to be compiled into a portfolio and submitted for assessment.
Relates to objectives: 1. Knowledge of those parts of a series of Acts and case law that impact on cadastral surveying, land development and administration.
2. Understanding of legal principles relating to the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
3. Understanding the practical role of the cadastral surveyor in the definition and maintenance of the rights and obligations pertaining to a block of land.
Weight: 25%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: progressive wk 2-9

Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

Text
Re-instatement Principles and Practice - Association of Consulting Surveyors, Qld.

References
Queensland Legislation: http://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/Legislation.htm
Other references will be given as required.

Journals
There are no set journals for this unit.

Risk assessment statement

You will undertake lectures and tutorials in the traditional classrooms and lecture theatres. You will be required also to undertake practical sessions in the laboratory under the supervision of the lecturer and technical staff of the School. The School's occupational health and safety policies and procedures will apply to these sessions.

In this unit you will be required to undertake field exercises. Accordingly, they will be required to have completed a generic safety induction course within or initiated by the Faculty.

The fieldwork sites have been subjected to a risk assessment and any specific site requirements will be communicated to all students. Students will be responsible for their own health and safety, and that of other members of the community as a responsible citizen, when they elect to conduct field exercises related to the unit in their own time.


Additional Costs
There are no additional costs associated with this unit.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 19-Oct-2012