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CIV 142 - Introduction to Surveying and GPS

Unit(s): 4.0

(Formerly CIVIL 142, DRAF 142)

Advisory:CIT 102; It is also advised that students have a knowledge of elementary algebra and geometry concepts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course is for students interested in the career fields of civil design drafting, surveying/mapping, and civil engineering. It covers the principles and practices of land surveying, including measuring distance, direction, elevation and position; topographic mapping; and the use and care of surveying equipment. The fundamentals of global positioning systems (GPS) and their applications in land surveying will also be introduced. This course will also be beneficial for practitioners in the construction industry who need to acquire property data.

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