Engineering Survey is a core discipline for civil engineering, construction, and related fields. It's essentially the science and art of precisely determining the relative positions of points on, above, or below the Earth's surface. This involves using specialized instruments to measure distances, angles, and elevations accurately.
The main goals of the course are to teach students how to:
- Collect and analyze spatial data for various engineering projects, from site planning to infrastructure development.
- Process this data to create accurate maps, plans, and 3D models of terrain and features.
- Conversely, "set out" (or mark on the ground) design features from plans, ensuring that structures like foundations, roads, and pipelines are built in the exact location and to the specified dimensions.
It's a crucial course that underpins all stages of construction and land development.
- Teacher: Gregor Otieno
- Teacher: Odel Trainer