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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SPA 221 Spanish Conversation (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: SPA 212
This course provides an opportunity for intensive communication in spoken Spanish.
Emphasis is placed on vocabulary acquisition and interactive communication through the discussion of media materials and authentic texts. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss selected topics, express ideas and opinions clearly, and engage in formal and informal conversations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
SURVEYING
SRV 110 Surveying I (2-6-4) Prerequisites: CEG 115 Corequisite: MAT 171
This course introduces the theory and practice of plane surveying. Topics include the precise measurement of distances, angles, and elevations; bearing, azimuth and traverse computations; topography and mapping. Upon completion, students should be able to use/care for surveying equipment, collect eld survey data, perform traverse computations and create a contour map.
SRV 111 Surveying II (2-6-4)
Prerequisites: SRV 110
This course introduces route surveying and roadway planning and layout. Topics include
simple, compound, reverse, spiral, and vertical curves; geometric design and layout; planning of cross-section and grade line; drainage; earthwork calculations; and mass diagrams. Upon completion, students should be able to calculate and lay out highway curves; prepare roadway plans, pro les, and sections; and perform slope staking.
SRV 210 Surveying III (2-6-4)
Prerequisite: SRV 110
This course introduces boundary surveying, land partitioning, and calculations of areas.
Topics include advanced traverses and adjustments, preparation of survey documents, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to research, survey, and map a boundary.
SRV 220 Surveying Law (2-2-3)
Prerequisite: SRV 110
This course introduces the law as related to the practice of surveying. Topics include survey-
ors’ responsibilities, deed descriptions, title searches, eminent domain, easements, weight of evidence, riparian rights, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and apply the basic legal aspects associated with the practice of land surveying
SRV 240 Topographic/Site Surveying (2-6-4)
Prerequisite: SRV 110
This course covers topographic, site, and construction surveying. Topics include topographic
mapping, earthwork, site planning, construction staking, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare topographic maps and site plans and locate and stake out construction projects.
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