Units

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Sample subject outline - Semester 2 2013

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

Rationale

Three of the specialised fields of activity of the surveying profession are topographic surveying, mining surveying and hydrographic surveying and these specialties are incorporated in this unit. This fourth year unit relies on students having a knowledge and skills base developed over the first three years of the course.

Aims

The aim of this unit is to provide the student with knowledge and experience in topographic, mining and hydrographic surveying using the knowledge and skill base developed over the first three years of the course.

Objectives

On the completion of this unit you should be able to:

1. Perform a field survey using modern technology for pre-design or as-constructed data modelling to professional standards;

2. Demonstrate a range of skills associated with hydrographic activities requiring the gathering, manipulation, analysis and dissemination of spatially referenced data.

3. Exhibit knowledge applicable to mining surveying operations for surface and below surface mineral extraction activities.

Content

• Field surveys for Digital Terrain Models, as-constructed surveys, associated specifications and standards.


• Mining surveying techniques and technology for surface and below surface mining activities.


• Hydrographic surveying techniques and technology for exploration/ investigation and port management.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Teaching Mode: 5 hours per week
Lecture: 1
Tutorial/practical: 4

You will explore the theoretical concepts that underpin the spatial measurement and map presentation methods in this unit through lectures and key topics through real-world applications studies.

The on-line teaching site will be a focal point for student learning and interaction associated with hydrographic and mining surveying methods. This unit relies on students having a knowledge and skills base developed over the first three years of the course.

Assessment

QUT's Assessment Policy is located at MOPP C/5.1.You will receive formative feedback on your progress in this unit during tutorials and discussions through the semester. You will receive written formative feedback on the formal assessment items 1 and 2.

Assessment name: Portfolio
Description: You will be required to prepare a portfolio of your activities and skills developed relating to hydrographic surveying activities including participation in a hydrographical demonstration.
Relates to objectives: 2
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 10

Assessment name: Report
Description: You will be required to undertake an advanced topographical survey including Digital Terrain Modelling for pre-design or as-construction purposes suitable to associated accuracy and presentation standards. This activity will also involve undertaking a risk assessment, searching existing plans and spatial databases to provide professional plans and report.
Relates to objectives: 1
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Group
Due date: Week 3 & 8

Assessment name: Examination (Theory)
Description: An examination will be used to assess the Mining Surveying module including problem solving and calculation skills.
Relates to objectives: 3
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 13

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

Recommended Readings:
1. Standards and Practice for Control Surveys (SP1), Published by Inter Governmental Committee forSurveying and Mapping (ICSM) Australia.
2. Geomatic Engineering: A practical guide to Project Design, Clement Ogaja, CRC press
3. Hydrography for Engineers, Ingham
4. Surveying, Theory and Practice, 6th ed., Davis, Foote, Anderson and Mikhail

Other References will be advised as required via the on-line learning environment.

Risk assessment statement

This unit requires off-campus site visits. All students are therefore required to obtain construction safety induction (white card) training. Students who do not possess an induction card will not be permitted to attend site visits. A risk assessment for the field practical sessions has identified several low impact risks including travel, slips and trips, and sun exposure. You will be provided with an on-site safety briefing prior to survey field work. Students in this unit will undertake lectures and/or tutorials in the traditional classrooms and lecture theatres. A safety induction is required prior to undertaking practicals in the survey measurement laboratory including covered footwear.

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: 06-Feb-2013