Surveying Using Total Station

Front

What equipment is required for surveying using a total station?

Back

A tripod, prism or levelling staff, total station, batteries, measuring tape and a memory card.

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What permission is required to perform a Total Station survey?

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Permission from the landowner is required.

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How is the Total Station set up?

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Place the tripod on the ground above the survey point, adjust the legs to level the head, mount the total station using a screw, and use the optical plummet to ensure if total station is right above the survey point

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What is the process for levelling the Total Station?

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Adjust the tripod for rough levelling, use levelling screws for precise levelling and adjust the circular level, and perform calibration checks.

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What are control points in a Total Station survey?

Back

Stable locations around the site used as reference points for the total station, ensuring an unobstructed view.

Back sight reading of control point is taken before fore sight readings are taken.

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What is differential levelling?

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A technique to find level differences on a site using a levelling staff and total station.

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How is data stored and processed in a Total Station survey?

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Data is stored in a memory card, which is then used in a computer to convert survey data to CAD drawings.

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What precautions should be taken during a Total Station survey?

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Carry a backup battery, extra memory card, rain cap, and wear PPEs like Hi-Vis coats and boots.

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What are the advantages of using a Total Station?

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High accuracy, high precision, easy data storage, and easy data transfer and processing.

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What are the disadvantages of using a Total Station?

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Requires skill to operate, expensive, affected by weather, and obstructions can affect readings.