Category: Civil Engineering Survey
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Setting Out Small Buildings: A Step-by-Step Guide with Profiles and Ropes
For small construction projects, like a bungalow or a home, the first step is a critical process known as setting out small buildings. This involves transferring the building’s plan from paper to the actual site. While modern technology is great for large projects, you can accurately lay out a small building using a simple, effective…
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The Art of Building Setting Out: From Blueprint to Foundation
For any construction project, big or small, a strong and accurate foundation is key. But before the first shovel of earth is turned, a critical process known as building setting out must be completed. This is the art of transferring the detailed plans from an architectural drawing onto the actual building site. Think of it…
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Know Exactly What You’re Buying: A Simple Guide to Land Surveying When You Purchase Land
Imagine you’re buying a piece of a large, intricate puzzle. You see the piece you want, but you need to be absolutely sure of its exact shape, size, and where its edges connect perfectly with the other pieces around it. When you buy a plot of land, the process is similar, and that’s where a…
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Levelling: A Fundamental Surveying Technique for Civil Engineers
Introduction Levelling is a surveying technique used to determine the relative heights of different points on the Earth’s surface. It is a fundamental skill for civil engineers, as it is used in a variety of applications, including: Definition of Levelling Levelling is the process of determining the difference in elevation between two or more points.…