Engineering Surveying (Theory Portion Only)

1.2. Objectives of Surveying

The main objective of surveying is the preparation of maps and plans showing the relative position of the existing features by which areas volumes and other related quantities are determined.

The objective of surveying is to :

•  Prepare the plans and maps of an area.
• Collect field data.
• Analyze and calculate field parameters for setting out operation of actual engineering works.
• Set out field parameters at the site for further engineering works.