Cadastral Surveying (GEOM90041)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2023
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About this subject
Overview
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AIMS
Cadastral surveying relates to the laws of land ownership and the definition of property boundaries and is a core responsibility for the surveying industry and profession. This subject introduces the legal framework of cadastral surveying, the land tenure system in Victoria, and the methods of performing cadastral surveys, including computations and documentation, as it is required for land acquisition, land compensation and land subdivision procedures. This subject builds on students’ knowledge of property law and complements other spatial subjects that can lead to a graduate becoming a licensed surveyor.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Surveying Software, Graphic Language and Design, Map and Plan Systems, Standardization and Calibration, Survey Information Sources, Survey Marks, Descriptions of Occupation, Levelling, Feature Surveys and Plans, Quality Assurance, Surveying using Global Navigation Satellite Systems Units, Symbols and Conversion Factors, Surveying Act and Regulations.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- Identify the legal and technical requirements for making a cadastral survey in Victoria
- Explain the preparation of the corresponding documentation in the form of plans and reports
- Practically perform a cadastral survey
- To perform survey computations with programmable calculators and computer software and to produce cadastral survey documents using computer aided drafting
- Discuss the concepts of SPEAR and ePlan as mechanisms for the digital processing of cadastral plans in Victoria.
Generic skills
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
- Understanding of social, cultural, global, and environmental responsibilities and the need to employ principles of sustainable development
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
- Understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, and commitment to them
- Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, as a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member.
Last updated: 13 December 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOM20015 | Sensing and Measurement | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABPL90041 | Property Law (PG) | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 13 December 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Four cadastral surveying practical assignments (20% each) with preparation of resulting computations and survey documents, each of a workload of 20 hours (approx. 1000 words per item) spread equally over weeks 1 - 9. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 to 5 are addressed in these assignments
| From Week 1 to Week 9 | 80% |
One 30 hour approx. 1500 word assignment. ILOs 1 to 5 are addressed in this assignment
| End of the teaching period | 20% |
Last updated: 13 December 2023
Dates & times
Not available in 2023
Time commitment details
200 hours
Additional delivery details
This subject is delivered either partially or fully in-person in Second Half Year 2020. Please ensure you are able to attend any essential in-person requirements or speak to Stop 1 about alternative subject options.
Last updated: 13 December 2023
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
THIS SUBJECT IS OFFERED EVERY EVEN YEAR
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject is based principally on presentations by an academic lecturer and an experienced industry professional who present theoretical and practical aspects of the subject. In addition each student prepares a written report based on practical surveying assignments. A computer laboratory will be used by students to prepare resulting computations and survey documents of the practical assignments.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Script and reading materials will be provided by lecturers.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
The subject is primarily delivered by an experienced industry professional that has an extensive knowledge in cadastral surveying. Working as a cadastral surveyor you acquire knowledge of the laws and procedures relating to land ownership and development.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering Specialisation (formal) Spatial - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 13 December 2023