Introduction to Traverse Survey

WHAT IS TRAVERSE SURVEY?

• A method used to measure elevations for contour mapping.

• A method in the field of surveying to establish control networks.

• A technique used exclusively for topographic surveys.

• A process to calculate the area of irregular land parcels.

Which of the following best differentiates linear measurement from angle measurement in traverse surveying?

• Linear measurement determines the distance between two or more points using a measuring tape or chain, while angle measurement determines the angles between two or more points using instruments like a total station or prismatic compass.

• Linear measurement is used for finding angles between points, while angle measurement is used for determining the distance between points.

• Both linear measurement and angle measurement are used to determine distances but use different tools, such as measuring tapes and total stations.

• Linear measurement is used only in geodetic surveys, while angle measurement is used in topographic surveys.

Which type of traverse is described below?

"Starts with one known station and ends at the same station or another known point. If there is a difference between the starting coordinate and the end coordinate, the error can be identified, and corrections must be made to each traverse line. It can be checked and adjusted."

• Open Traverse

• Free Traverse

• Loop Traverse

• Closed Traverse

What is the primary purpose of a traverse survey?

• Only to measure elevation differences.

• To calculate land area directly.

• To conduct detail surveys and setting out.

• To establish topographic contours.

Which type of traverse is described below?

"The measurement starts with a known station and ends at unknown points. The traverse may have one known coordinate (a station). The error in this traverse is difficult to define and it is suitable for long, narrow strips such as the construction of highways and railways."