SRVY 120 - Surveying in Natural Resources

Credit(s): 2

An introduction to basic land measurements and forest surveying techniques. Exercises include measuring horizontal, vertical, and slope distances; measuring angles and direction, conducting closed traverses, identifying property boundary location and computation and drafting of field data. (Spring Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Implement basic surveying techniques.
Incorporate the public land survey system in the field.
Identify boundary locations.
Care for and maintain basic surveying instruments.
Read and draft maps.
Record and analyze various types of field data.