Surv-101 - Introduction to Land Surveying - XanTh Stack / Kyle Gatlin
| Course: | Introduction to Land Surveying |
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| Professor: | XanTh Stack / Kyle Gatlin |
| Email: | xanth.stack@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Lecture Instructor: XanTh Stack
Lab Instructor: Kyle Gatlin
Classroom: Student Support Center (SSC), Room 102 (Valencia Campus).
- Lectures can be attended online or in-person during the designated lecture time.
- Labs MUST BE ATTENDED IN PERSON during the designated lab time.
Course Description
Survey 101 - Introduction to Land Surveying
- Basics of Surveying
- Surveying Math
- Leveling
- Distance Measurement
- Azimuths and Bearings
- Traverse Surveys and Computations
- Area Calculations
- Total Stations and Theodolites
What to Expect in this Course
Lab:
All labs MUST be attended in person during the designated lab time.
Lecture:
Every lecture has an in-class assignment that must be completed.
There will be weekly homework assignments that must be submitted via Canvas.
If you plan on attending lecture online, please make sure your webcam and microphone are working. Please keep your microphone muted unless actively participating in class.
You will need one of the following scientific calculators (phone calculators will not be allowed on exams):
Casio: Any FX-115 model.
(THIS IS THE FASTEST, EASIEST TO USE CALCULATOR)
Texas Instrument: Any TI-30X, TI-36X, TI-83, TI-84
(These are all fine, but the Casio is less keystokes)
Hewlett Packard: Any HP 33s or HP 35s
(Not recommended unless you have prior experience with these types of calculators)
Types of Assessments
- Online discussion boards
- Every lecture has an in-class assignment that must be completed during class time. Students will be called upon to answer these. The best way to learn is by doing!
- There will be weekly homework assignments that must be submitted via Canvas.
- Exams will be proctored and typically occur during lab sessions.
- Labs attendance is mandatory as there is no possibility for make-ups. If you need to miss a lab, notify your lab instructor as far in advance as possible.
Textbook Information
The text book is OER. Refence books may be suggested but are not required.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
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Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
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Library
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Last updated: 02/07/2022 Sub#: 1296