1.5.1. Types of survey based on instruments

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of using a tape in surveying?

   Hint

   Consider the advantages of flexibility compared to rigid tools.

2. 2.

   Name two traditional surveying instruments.

   Hint

   Think about instruments used before the digital era.

3. 3.

   What instrument is used to measure angles?

   • Tape
   • Theodolite
   • Chain
   • Level

   Hint

   Think about the tool you would use for angles in building plots.

4. 4.

   True or False: Chains are the most accurate tools for distance measurement in modern surveying.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider why newer technologies have emerged.

5. 5.

   How would you evaluate the effectiveness of different surveying tools in a large construction project?

   Hint

   Analyze the parameters that influence project success during surveying.

6. 6.

   Imagine you have to prepare for a terrain mapping project. Discuss the instruments you would choose and justify your selection.

   Hint

   Consider how each tool contributes to achieving project accuracy.