This course is intended to introduce the basic principles and uses of electronic surveying equipment. Material presented here about electronic distance-measuring equipment, electronic positioning systems, laser equipment, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment is general in nature and is not meant to replace the manufacturer’s operations handbook.

Topics: Introduction to EDM, EPS, GPS, and Laser equipment Functions of EDM, EPS, GPS, and Laser equipment Components EDM, EPS, GPS, and Laser equipment Uses of EDM, EPS, GPS, and Laser equipment Special considerations in the use of EDM, EPS, GPS, and Laser equipment.

Intended Audience: This course is intended for Civil, Construction, Environmental, Water Resources, and any engineer whose job description requires introductory knowledge of electronic surveying equipment. Publication Source: US Navy (NAVEDTRA)