-Surveying and Layouts HW 2

Course: CSMT 345-Surveying and Layouts Homework 2: (20 points) Instructions :

Answer all questions by the deadline on February 20, 2020. Any late submission will be graded at 50% or may be rejected at the discretion of the instructor. ALL answers must be complete.

1. Describe the two major angle measuring equipment stating the standard practices usually employed to ensure their efficient operation during construction survey and layout process (5 points)

2. Define a ‘total station’ with reference to construction survey and layout and state its advantages and disadvantages (5 points)

3. Complete the benchmark leveling field notes shown by computing and recording the height of instrument (HI) and the elevation for each turning point (TP) and benchmark(s).

Do the arithmetic check for accuracy of your work (10 points)

Bonus question for extra credit points (5 points):

In the picture alongside, write one thing that is not consistent with proper surveying operation. Also, identify three surveying equipment and write their functions or uses (5 points)

Note: Submission deadline is on Thursday February 20, 2020 by 11:59pm via blackboard and in PDF.