GEOG 150

Introduction to Geomatics

Introduction to geomatics and the basic concepts, theories, and principles pertaining to land surveying. Origins of the land surveying profession and the history and role of land surveying in the U.S. Introduction to surveying equipment and methods, the types of surveys performed by a land surveyor, and the relationship of surveying to other mapping sciences. Basic techniques and computations for measuring land characteristics, including distance, direction, elevation and area. Lecture, laboratory and field experience

Units: 3.0