Cadastral Surveying

Course aim

To explore the theoretical and practical aspects of land boundary surveying in Australia and other jurisdictions.

Course content

Land boundary systems. Status of roads. Searching survey and title records. Survey computations and data management. Boundary surveying principles and techniques. Identification Surveys. Plan preparation and lodgement. Survey examination.

Textbook(s)

Hallman, F.M. 2000, The Legal Aspects of Boundary Surveying as apply in NSW, 2nd edition, Institute of Surveyors Australia, NSW Division

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
GEOE 5011	Land Law and Administration

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Field Placement (Field Practical)	4 hours x 3 weeks
Computer Practical	4 hours x 4 weeks
Workshop	2 hours x 5 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Field Placement (Field Practical)	4 hours x 3 weeks
Computer Practical	4 hours x 4 weeks
Workshop	2 hours x 5 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment - cadastral surveying review, Assignment - reports of three practical exercises, Assignment - results of two workshop presentations

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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