12.16. Common Field Problems and Troubleshooting

Try these first

1. 1.

   What should you do if you are not getting a distance reading?

   Hint

   Think about alignment and instruments settings.

2. 2.

   Name one cause of angle errors in Total Station measurements.

   Hint

   Consider the instrument’s setup.

3. 3.

   What might cause a Total Station to have no distance reading?

   • Prism misalignment
   • Battery failure
   • Low memory

   Hint

   What affects accuracy in distance measurement?

4. 4.

   Angle errors are often due to what?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the setup process of the Total Station.

5. 5.

   A surveyor receives a reading that fluctuates wildly. What could be the causes and how might you resolve them?

   Hint

   Assess both equipment and environmental conditions.

6. 6.

   While working in a rugged terrain, a surveyor consistently receives inaccurate measurements. Identify potential issues and remediation steps.

   Hint

   Consider how terrain might impact equipment setup.