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Surveying Question Paper

Surveying

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Geography

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AND BACHELOR
OF ARTS
AGE 402: SURVEYING

DATE: TUESDAY 31ST MARCH 2009 TIME: 11.00am-1.00pm

INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer question ONE and any other two questions; at least one from each Section.
Illustrations should be used where appropriate.

1.
a)
Explain the differences between Random and Systematic error. [5marks]
b)
Measurement of a road was recorded as 171.278 metres with a Steel Tape that was only 29.996 metres under Standard atmospheric Pressure and Temperature

i)
What is the correction per tape length? [4marks]
ii)
Calculate the total correction. [4marks]
c)
Explain the basic principle of surveying. [5marks]
d)
Describe the four types of measurements in surveying. [8marks]

SECTION A
2.
a)
Describe the differences between Laboratory work and Fieldwork in a survey process. [10marks]
b)
Explain how offsets are recorded in Traversing method of survey. [12marks]
3.
a)
Discuss the common mistakes encountered due to lack of skill and vigilance on the part of the surveyor(s). [16marks]
b)
Describe the four features of a Surveyor?s Chain. [6marks]

SECTION B
4.
By explaining the basic operating principles of each, critically examine the use of MOD and EDM class of surveying instruments. [22marks]
5.
The accuracy and usefulness of any topographic drawing or map rely upon the use of control points?. Discuss. [22marks]

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