Diploma in Surveying

A person credited with this qualification will be able to survey, collect and present spatial data in different forms, and set out and control positions of structures on the ground of basic engineering works.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Access may be gained to the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Entry Requirements

• National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies.

Or

• National Certificate Vocational, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies.

Or

• A Further Education and Training Certificate, Level 4 with relevant subjects/modules.

Or

• Senior Certificate, Level 4 with two of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physical Science, Biology, Agricultural Science and Geography.

1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and survey theory and principles to perform engineering, topographical and cadastral surveys in accordance with industrial and legal requirements.
2. Apply basic photogrammetric principles to obtain and process survey data.
3. Participate in surveying projects/contracts considering appropriate technical, non-technical and legal aspects.
4. Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to use geographic information systems in the manipulation of survey data.
5. Demonstrate personal competence, and communicate effectively with all interested and affected parties using appropriate media.

1.1 Survey instruments and auxiliary equipment are set up and sued correctly to obtain required results.

1.2 Instrument evaluation procedures performed and different sources of basic survey errors are identified position in Y, X and Z is fixed to required accuracy.

1.3 Height differences, co-ordinate differences, traverse, setting out data and earthwork volumes are calculated and appropriate adjustment procedures are performed according to specifications.

1.4 Engineering structures are set out and engineering works are monitored.

1.5 Topographical plan by ground survey methods is produced to specifications.

1.6 Cadastral diagrams and working plans are prepared according to survey regulations.

1.7 Data is processed by using appropriate computer applications.

2.1 Topographic map is produced to specifications.

2.2 Orthophotograph is produced correctly.

2.3 Flight plan is produced correctly.

2.4 Produce annotated photograph.

3.1 Plans, survey records, aerial photography, contracts and component drawings are interpreted and organised correctly.

3.2 Reconnaissance is performed correctly.

3.3 Land law, contract law and principles of environmental science are applied.

3.4 Required survey measurements are identified to obtain required results.

3.5 Project plan is administered.

4.1 Geographic Information System (GIS) package is used to obtain required results.

4.2 Spatial data is captured according to specifications.

5.1 Communication tools are used correctly.

5.2 Standard meeting procedures are applied.

5.3 Presentation skills are demonstrated.

5.4 Role in work environment is identified and defined.

5.5 Work within limits of competence and requirements.

5.6 Safety regulations are applied correctly.

5.7 Act independently and/or in a team according to specified procedures.

5.8 Schedule and use time effectively.

5.9 Deal with stress effectively.

Integrated Assessment

Exams, projects, practicals and assignments.