Practice Instrument Calibration and Error Management - 5.5 | 5. Total Station and GPS Surveying | Geo Informatics
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5.5 - Instrument Calibration and Error Management

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of calibrating a surveying instrument?

💡 Hint: Think about the importance of measurement accuracy in engineering.

Question 2

Easy

What is one method of calibrating a Total Station?

💡 Hint: Recall the alignment checks.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does calibration ensure in surveying instruments?

  • A) Increase size
  • B) Ensure accuracy
  • C) Lower costs

💡 Hint: Consider what calibration aims to fix.

Question 2

True or False: A plummet check is essential for leveling a Total Station.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on what proper alignment means for accuracy.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You have a Total Station showing consistent errors during measurements across a known baseline. Propose a calibration process to rectify this issue.

💡 Hint: Think about the order of checks you typically perform.

Question 2

Describe how extreme environmental conditions, like heavy fog, might influence the reliability of GPS data. What steps can be taken to mitigate these effects?

💡 Hint: Consider what you know about signal reception and accuracy.

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