Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Surveying ZFZ112 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals The aim of the course is to enable students to comprehend the fundamental knowledge constituting the basis of Surveying/Geomatics subjects and to acquire the essential basic skills required in this domain. Students will be able to utilize this knowledge in practical applications and evaluate surveying processes by understanding the principles of measurement techniques.
Course Content Definition of Surveying Information Content, Historical Development and Measurement Types Measurement Units and Scale Simple Measuring Instruments, Horizontal Distance (length) Measurement, Instruments and Methods Upright Stroke and Exit Devices Area Measurement Methods Area Measurement with Planimeter Vertical Distance (height) Measuring and Leveling Tools Point and Profile Leveling, Surface Leveling Drawing of Height Curves Interpretation of Topographic Maps Global Locator, Systems (GPS)
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 The student defines fundamental concepts related to Surveying/Geomatics and internalizes the essential knowledge base in this field.
2 The student identifies simple and complex surveying instruments and articulates the functions of these tools.
3 The student applies map creation and reading techniques and interprets maps accurately.
4 The student executes surveying techniques in the field and analyzes the resulting data.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Definition of Surveying Information Presentation (Preparation) Interview
2. Week Content, Historical Development and Measurement Types Interview Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Measurement Units and Scale Interview Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Simple Measuring Instruments, Horizontal Distance (length) Presentation (Preparation) Interview
5. Week Measurement, Instruments and Methods Interview Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Upright Stroke and Exit Devices Presentation (Preparation) Interview
7. Week Area Measurement Methods Presentation (Preparation) Interview
8. Week Area Measurement Methods Presentation (Preparation) Interview
9. Week Area Measurement with Planimeter Interview Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Vertical Distance (height) Interview Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Measuring and Leveling Tools Interview Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Point and Profile Leveling, Surface Leveling Interview Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Drawing of Height Curves Interview Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Interpretation of Topographic Maps, Global Position Systems (GPS) Interview Presentation (Preparation)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Utilizes (or Applies) knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics in developing various processes in their field.
2 Demonstrates adherence (or behaves) to ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Utilizes (or Applies) scientific and technological developments in the applications within their field.
4 Integrates (or Combines) fundamental engineering knowledge with technical tools to solve engineering problems in their field using an analytical approach.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes relevant to their field.
6 Implements (or Applies) plant and animal production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Utilizes (or Employs) data-driven core technologies in agricultural production processes.
8 Applies (or Implements) sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Utilizes (or Applies) managerial and institutional knowledge related to agriculture, while considering (or observing) global and local developments.
10 Manages soil and water resources and agricultural waste sustainably by integrating scientifically based irrigation, drainage, and soil conservation systems with precision agriculture and digital water management technologies.
11 Designs agricultural machinery and equipment for agricultural production and post-harvest processes, evaluates their performance, and enhances their efficiency through automation.
12 Develops functional and environmentally sensitive (or sustainable) solutions in the design of agricultural structures (such as greenhouses, barns, and pens) by utilizing modern engineering and construction technologies.
13 Analyzes energy efficiency for agriculture and develops effective systems by integrating biofuel production and other sustainable energy sources
14 Analyzes precision agriculture data (such as satellite imagery, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and handheld radiometers) to develop and implement systems that optimize resource management.
15 Executes entrepreneurial projects developed based on legal and ethical boundaries by following current developments, manages them through interdisciplinary collaboration, and transfers the acquired knowledge to stakeholders.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 4 4 4 4
PY2 1 1 1 1
PY3 4 4 4 4
PY4 5 5 5 5
PY5 4 4 4 4
PY6 1 1 1 1
PY7 3 3 3 3
PY8 1 1 1 1
PY9 1 1 1 1
PY10 3 3 3 3
PY11 3 3 3 3
PY12 1 1 1 1
PY13 1 1 1 1
PY14 2 2 2 2
PY15 1 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Ayyıldız, M. Ölçme Bilgisi, Ankara Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Yayını N.:952, Ankara, 1985.
  • Yüksel, A.N, Ölçme Bilgisi, Trakya Üniversitesi, Tekirdağ Ziraat Fakültesi, Yayın no:112, Tekirdağ, 1991.
  • Balcı, A. ve M. Avcı, Ölçme Bilgisi-1, Ege Üniversitesi, Ziraat Fakültesi yayınları, No:532, Bornova, İzmir. 1998.
  • Yağanoğlu, V. ve ark., Ölçme Bilgisi-1 (Uygulama Ders Notu). Atatürk Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Ders Yayınları, No:116, Erzurum, 1991.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 4 56
Ders Dışı
Research 2 1 2
Other Activities 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Homework 1 14 1 14
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0