Practice Surveying And Remote Sensing (4.7) - Applications in Civil Engineering

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Question 1.
What technique uses satellites for positioning?
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Think of the technology used in your smartphone for navigation.
Question 2.
Name one traditional surveying tool.
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It's used to measure angles.
3Question 3.
What does GPS stand for?
- Global Positioning System
- Geographic Positioning System
- Global Personal System
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It's a system for locating positions using satellites.
4Question 4.
Is LiDAR a traditional surveying method?
- True
- False
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Consider when laser technology became prevalent.
Question 5.
Design a small project plan for a park that includes the surveying techniques you would use. Explain your choice of both traditional and modern methods.
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Consider the scale of the project and which methods provide the best data.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of automation on surveying practices and its benefits to civil infrastructure projects. Can you provide specific examples?
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Think about speed and accuracy advantages gained through automation.

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