Surveying and Mapping (2980)
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Surveying and Mapping (2980)
| 100 | INTRODUCTION TO GEOMATICS | 2 credits |
| An introductory course into the field of surveying and mapping technology. Integrated topics include: types of surveys, cartography, and geographic information systems. | ||
| 101 | BASIC SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Corequisites: 2030:153. Care and use of basic surveying field instruments and the basic computations and adjustments necessary to post process the field survey measurements. | ||
| 102 | TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEYING | 2 credits |
| Prerequisites: 101 and 2030:153. Computations and adjustments of field survey measurements using both conventional and computer methods. Development of maps and plans stressed. | ||
| 122 | ELEMENTARY SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Elementary surveying for non-surveying and construction majors. Basic tools and computations. Field practice. | ||
| 123 | SURVEYING FIELD PRACTICE | 2 credits |
| Prerequisite: 102 or equivalent. Practical experience in use of surveying equipment and methods of surveying. Provides students with responsibility for making decisions and planning and directing complete project. | ||
| 222 | CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 102; corequisite: 2940:210. Methods and procedures for establishing line and grade for construction. Circular and parabolic curves. Cross-sectioning methods earthwork., communication and plan reading. Field practice. | ||
| 223 | FUNDAMENTALS OF MAP PRODUCTION | 3 credits |
| Introduction to the art and science of maps and map production. Course includes the history of mapping and an overview of the field of cartography. | ||
| 225 | ADVANCED SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 228. Introduction to topographic mapping, flood maps, and ALTA surveys. Advanced topics in control surveys, State Plane Coordinates, and bearings from celestial observations. Field practice. | ||
| 228 | BOUNDARY SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 102, 355, 2940:170 or equivalent. Analysis of evidence and procedures for boundary location; establishing and/or locating points for boundary and mortgage location surveys; plat preparation. Ohio survey minimum standards. | ||
| 251 | CST SEMINAR | 1 credits |
| Prerequisite: 225. Prepares students for the National Society of Professional Surveyors Certified Surveying Technician Examination. Examination is given at the end of the review. | ||
| 310 | SURVEY COMPUTATIONS & ADJUST | 2 credits |
| Prerequisite: 222, 223. Concepts relating to measurement error, probability, and reliability. Computation and adjustment of horizontal and vertical networks. | ||
| 315 | BOUNDARY CNTRL & LGL PRIN | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 12 credits in surveying courses or permission. Historical development of boundaries, rectangular system of public land surveys, systems to describe property, wording and interpretation of deed descriptions, surveyor's rights, duties and responsibilities. | ||
| 325 | OSHA SAFETY REQ FOR SURVEYORS | 1 credits |
| To provide OSHA safety training and certification required for surveying companies. | ||
| 330 | APPLIED PHOTOGRAMMETRY | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 355. An introduction to metrical and quantitative photogrammetry using both hard- and soft-copy systems. Laboratory. | ||
| 335 | THE BUSINESS OF SURVEYING | 2 credits |
| A course focused on the business aspects of surveying, including development of business plan components for a company offering professional surveying and mapping services. | ||
| 340 | CADASTRAL SURVEYING | 2 credits |
| Prerequisites: 101 or 4300:230. A study of the official surveys of the United States. Cadastral surveys establish or recreate boundaries and /or tracts of land. | ||
| 355 | COMPUTER APPLICTN IN SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Use of current surveying software to solve typical problems/projects in surveying technology. | ||
| 415 | LEGAL ASPECTS OF SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 315. A study of statute and common law related to land surveying. Case studies related to legal precedent and the surveyor's role in the judicial process. | ||
| 420 | ROUTE SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 225. Surveying for long but narrow strips of land such as highways, railroads, and pipe lines. Course includes all requisite calculations and drawings. | ||
| 421 | SUBDIVISION DESIGN | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 222, 315. Site analysis, land use controls, and plotting procedures. Laboratory includes preparation of various types of projects leading to a complete subdivision. | ||
| 422 | GPS SURVEYING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: 225, 2985:101 or permission. Introduction to the Global Positioning System (GPS). Course includes the planning, data collection, and processing of GPS data. | ||
| 425 | LAND NAVIGATION | 3 credits |
| Interpretation and use of topographic maps. Study of basic map elements with emphasis on identification of features and coordinate systems. Map use for land navigation. | ||
| 426 | HISTORY OF SURVEYING TO 1785 | 2 credits |
| A history of land surveying. Emphasis on the development of survey procedures through history. Part I (to 1785) covers the ancient world to the colonial period. | ||
| 427 | OHIO LANDS | 2 credits |
| Study of the history of the original Ohio Land Subdivisions | ||
| 428 | HIST OF SURVEYING SINCE 1785 | 2 credits |
| A history of land surveying. Emphasis on the development of survey procedures through history. Part II (Since 1785) covers the history of the United States to date. | ||
| 430 | SURVEYING PROJECT | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: senior standing and permission. Provides opportunity to research and develop a specific surveying project within chosen area of surveying. Oral, written and graphical presentation of completed project(s). | ||
| 431 | SENIOR SEMINAR | 2 credits |
| Prerequisite: Senior standing. Students demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired as surveying majors through assessment testing and review of professional licensure laws. Preparation for national exams. | ||
| 445 | APPLICATIONS IN GIS USING GPS | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 2985:101. Advanced instruction in GIS applications using GPS as well as other surveying and mapping methods. Laboratory. | ||
| 450 | TOPICS: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE | 2 credits |
| Prerequisite: Junior standing. Topics in applicational areas of surveying from the point of view of the practitioner and the consumer of land-related data. | ||
| 489 | ST: SURVEYING | 1-3 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Special lecture/laboratory courses offered once or only occasionally in areas where no formal course exists. (May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.) | ||
| 490 | W: SURVEYING | 1-3 credits |
| Prerequisite: permission. Group study of special topics in surveying. May not be used to meet undergraduate major requirements in surveying. May be used for elective credit only. (May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.) | ||
| 495 | INTERNSHIP:SURVEYING & MAPPING | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: 64 hours in program and permission from program director. Supervised work experience in surveying and mapping to increase student understanding of surveying and mapping technology. | ||
| 497 | SURVEYING IN HONORS PROJECT | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: Senior Studies as an honor student. Provides opportunities to research and develop a specific surveying project within chosen area of surveying. Oral, written , and geographical presentation of completed projects. | ||
| 498 | INDEPENDENT STUDY | 1-3 credits |
| Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Directed study in a special field of interest chosen by student in consultation with instructor (may be repeated for a total of six credits). | ||
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