What is Theodolite? Types of Theodolite.
What is Theodolite? A theodolite is an accurate tool used for measuring angles in the vertical and horizontal planes. It …
Civil Engineering
Tape Corrections in Surveying
The chain surveying is done by tape. But there are expected to have some errors because of inaccurate tape measurements. …
Methods of Levelling Used in Surveying
There are different methods of levelling used in surveying for measurement of level difference of different elevation points w.r.t a …
Difference Between Dumpy Level and Auto Level
Surveying is a very important branch of civil engineering. Knowledge of levelling is very important for surveyors. The dumpy level …
Tacheometric Surveying
What is Tacheometric Surveying? Tacheometric surveying is a branch of angular surveying in which the vertical and horizontal distances are …
Difference Between Whole Circle Bearing and Quadrantal Bearing
Whole Circle Bearing (WCB) and Quadrantal Bearing (QB) are two different types of bearing measurements utilised in surveying. To select …
What is Surveying ? Definition, Importance, Uses and Types of Surveying
Surveying is the branch of civil engineering and the starting step of new civil engineering projects. To understand the types …
Types of Scales in Surveying
Types of Scales in Surveying Survey area is very large so it is not possible to make a full size …
Contour line and Methods of Contouring
What is a Contour Line in Surveying ? Contour line is defined as lines (as on map) joining the points …
Pile and Caisson Foundation
What is the Pile Foundation? Pile foundation is a type of deep foundation. It can be defined as a long …