16106 Drawing and Surveying
6cpUndergraduate
In this subject, detailed instruction is given in manual drafting and graphic skills and the reading of construction drawings. Students are introduced to CAD work using 2D CAD packages. In terms of surveying, the subject covers the process of setting out works; extractions of information from surveying drawings, levels and contours; the choice of setting out techniques; the use of tape, level, theodolite and optical plummets; and the NSW land title systems and the powers of public authorities. Fieldwork involving the use of building surveying equipment is undertaken.
Typical availability
Spring semester, City campus
2006 contribution for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students: $872.38
2006 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,310.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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