Study information

Digital Mapping and Survey - 2023 entry

MODULE TITLEDigital Mapping and Survey CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENGM036 MODULE CONVENERDr Mohamad Abdel-Aal (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11 0 0
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 20
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

Understanding the location in which you intend to build, and the opportunities and constraints that offers, is extremely important to the Civil Engineer.  This module will allow you to get to grips with topographical survey methods such as LIDAR and drones, as well as underground investigative techniques, such as ground penetrating radar.  You will study topography, the earth’s upper strata and map types, so that you have a strong understating of environment in which you aim to operate.  And for the areas that you cannot get sufficient information, you will learn about the best techniques to find out more.

AIMS - intentions of the module

The module aims to give you a clear understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the investigative tools at your disposal, and how you might employ them to assist you in making better decisions about your project.  And it will equip you with the ability to use digital tools to manage and analyse the significant amount of data produced by surveys.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge

1. Awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering;
2. Formulate and analyze complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions;
3. Evaluate available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles;
4. Use engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed;
5. Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems.

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge

6. Consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards;
7. Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems;
8. Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity.

Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge

9. Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion;
10. Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance.

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Whilst the precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover all or some of the following topics:

  • Topography (Surface)
  • Earth strata (Below ground)
  • Map types and graphical information
  • Topographical Survey: Total Station, LiDAR
  • Aerial Survey: Satellite, Aircraft and Drone
  • Ground Survey: Borehole, Window Sample, Trial Pit and Ground Penetrating Radar
  • Existing Building Survey
  • Data Management
  • Visualisation of Data
  • Effective Dissemination of Information
LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 44 Guided Independent Study 106 Placement / Study Abroad 0
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities 22 Lectures (11 x 2 hours)
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities 22 Workshops (11 x 2 hours)
Guided independent study 28 Research and wider reading
Guided independent study 28 Preparation for workshops
Guided independent study 50 Module assessments

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Worksheets during workshop sessions   1-10 Answer sheets

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 100 Written Exams 0 Practical Exams 0
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Mapping Project 50 10 pages of A4 1-10 Written
Survey Project 50 10 pages of A4 1-10 Written

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-assessment
Mapping Project Mapping Project (10 pages of A4) 1-10 Referral/deferral period
Survey Project Survey Project (10 pages of A4) 1-10 Referral/deferral period

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Deferral – if you have been deferred for any assessment you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.

Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 50%) you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of referral will be capped at 50%.

Where there are practical reasons why the original form of assessment on a module cannot be replicated for referral or deferral purposes, an alternative form of assessment must be used. Examples of when this approach is justified include where the original assessment relied on fieldwork, group work, access to specialist equipment, or input from visiting staff; or where the process of assessment throughout the module was intricate, involving many assessments. The method of reassessment should address as many of the module’s intended learning outcomes as is possible.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Basic reading:

Surveying and Mapping, Christian Tiberius, Hans van der Marel, René Reudink and Freek van Leijen, ISBN 9789463664905.

 

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 7 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Monday 14th November 2022 LAST REVISION DATE Thursday 27th July 2023
KEY WORDS SEARCH Topography, Survey, Satellite, Total Station, LIDAR

Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.