CE 343 By Dr.

Ghazi Al-Khateeb Fall 2009_2010

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CE 343
Surveying Laboratory
Course Syllabus, Grading, Procedures, and Policies
Fall 2009_2010

Department of Civil Engineering
Jordan University of Science and Technology


Lecture
Sec #3: Tue 2:15PM-5:15PM-Surveying Lab
Be There!! Be There!! Be There!! Be There!!
Instructor
Dr. Ghazi Al-Khateeb
Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering
Office C2L2
Email ggalkhateeb@just.edu.jo
Homepage http://www.just.edu.jo/ggalkhateeb
Office: 720-1000 Ext. 22129
Tel.
Cellular: 079-659-9507
Mon and Wed 11:15AM-2:15PM
Office Hours
Office visits outside office hours are allowed by appointments.

I. Course Objectives:

After the completion of this course, students are expected to have the ability to:
1. Use distance-measuring tools and instruments such as tape and odometer.
2. Use the prismatic square.
3. Understand and conduct chain surveying.
4. Use the level equipment, identify its different components and features, and
use the leveling staff.
5. Perform a field project using the level equipment and the leveling staff.
6. Survey an area in order to construct a contour map for that area using the level
equipment, staff, and tape.
7. Use the theodolite equipment, identify its main components, and recognize the
use of each component.
8. Conduct a field project using the theodolite in which the length of an
obstructed building is to be measured.
9. Use the tacheometer equipment, identify its main components, and know the
use of each component.
10. Use the electronic distance measurement (EDM) equipment and measure
horizontal distances using the EDM.
11. Measure areas using the planimeter.
12. Conduct field projects using the different surveying instruments and tools.
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13. Perform computations and surveying works during field projects and
laboratory works.

II. Course Outline:

1. Introduction: Lab Regulations, Procedures, and Policies.
2. Measurement of Distances Using the Tape and the Odometer: Length of Pace.
3. Chain Surveying Instruments: Training.
4. Prismatic Square: Training.
5. Chain Surveying Project.
6. Level Instruments: Training on the Level Equipment and the Leveling Staff.
7. Leveling Field Projects: Measuring Obstructed Distances and Contouring.
8. Theodolite Equipment: Training
9. Field Project Using the Theodolite: Traverse Project.
10. Tacheometer Equipment: Training
11. EDM Equipment: Training
12. Measurement of Areas Using the Planimeter
13. Total Station: Training

III. Grading:

Course grades will be based upon the following breakdown:

Item Contribution
Midterm Exam 25%
Reports 25%
Participation and Field Work 10%
Final Exam 40%

IV. Submission of Laboratory Reports:

Laboratory reports are due one week from the time of the experimental work of
each corresponding test. However, reports turned in after this time will be considered late
and will be subjected to the deduction policy shown below:
0-1 day = 15%, 1-2 days = 30% and so on. If you cannot submit your laboratory report on
time and you have a strong valid excuse, please see me to make other arrangements for
new date of report submission.

V. Formatting Requirements for Laboratory Reports:

Laboratory reports should be submitted and presented in a professional manner by
following the points below:

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It is strongly encouraged to use Microsoft Word or other convenient word
processors in writing and Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets) or other
graphical/data analysis software/program for analysis and plotting.
Writing should be only on one side of the sheet.
Use a cover sheet for each laboratory report and include on the cover sheet
your name, university, college, department, course number (CE 343),
laboratory number, name of the experimental test, submitted to:, submitted
by:, and the date of submission.
Pay attention to consistency, neatness, page layout, and page numbering.
Consistency in graphs/charts should be considered particularly in units, chart
size, numbering, axis, and titles.
For graphs/charts, use proper titles, proper font and type for the text inside the
graph, and a legend and different symbols for different data series.
Use black and white coloring in your graphs/charts, as this color type is the
standard one used for most professional and academic communications,
technical reports, proposals, and publications. However, if you feel you still
need to use colored graphs/charts, use it only when it has stronger advantages
over black and white coloring or/and when it provides clearer idea and picture
of what you need to present.

VI. Grade Distribution per Laboratory Report:

Category Maximum Points
Cover Sheet 10
Lab Descriptions and Procedures 15
Analysis of Data and Computations 20
Presentation of Results 20
Analysis of Results and Discussion 20
Overall Appearance 15

VII. Grading Criteria:

Cover Sheet o Organized
o Professional
o Well-written
o Clear and attractive
Lab Descriptions and
Procedures
o Well-written
o References (if any)
o Brief
o Complete and clear
Analysis of Data and
Computations
o Theory
o Graphing
o Show major calculations
o Show raw data in appendix
o Attach any drawings
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o Try to be brief
Presentation of Results o Proper presentation of
results
o Make key findings
emphasized
o Organize thoughts and
results
o Proper tables and summary
of results
Analysis of Results and
Discussion
o Well-written
o Accurate analysis
o Clear and complete
conclusions
o Use supporting
charts/histograms/plots/figur
esetc
o Precision and accuracy of
interpretation
o Discuss your results,
comment, and provide
recommendations
Overall Appearance o Computer-typed writing
o Page layout and numbering
o Cover sheet
o Table of contents
o References
o Neatness and general
appearance
o Organizing different parts of
the report

VIII. Exams:

There will be two exams during the semester: midterm exam and final exam. The
midterm exam will be done in week no. 8 (on Wednesday 04/15/009). The exam will be
held in the laboratory at the same time of the lab. The final exam will be scheduled and
conducted at the end of the semester. Midterm exam will be typically experimental and
cover what students have learned about test equipment, test procedures, test
specifications and conditions, and how to conduct experimental works. On the other
hand, final exam will be written exam. The final exam will cover classroom notes and
lectures, what you have learned about surveying equipment and tools and the use and
features of each equipment, laboratory reports and calculations, laboratory exercises and
field projects, and any thing discussed inside the laboratory.



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IX. Manners in the Laboratory:

Laboratory lectures will be informal to the extent that you are encouraged to ask
questions and participate in any discussion at any time. However, side discussions
between students during lectures will not be tolerated due to the fact that this kind of
discussions distract other students. Good conduct of students is very important and
include: attending all classes, being on-time, not doing other tasks, not responding to
cellular phones (turning off cellular phones is alternatively recommended), respecting
other students, etc. All these behaviors will provide a healthy and comfortable
environment to all students. Although good manners in the laboratory do not affect your
grade, providing a favorable impression during laboratory lectures and work may impact
a pass/fail grade.

X. References:

1. Fundamentals of Surveying by M. Schmidt and K. Wong, PWS-Kent Publishing
Company.
2. Surveying by A. Bannister, S. Raymond, and R. Baker, Longman Scientific and
Technical.
3. Surveying Practice by P. Kissam, McGraw-Hill, Inc.
4. Surveying by J. Evett, Prentice Hall.
5. Elements of Plane Surveying by A. Benton and P. Taetz, McGraw-Hill, Inc.