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    Overview

    Surveying measurement and methods in the cadastral context, including boundary definition and presentation of associated datasets. Cadastral systems in Aotearoa New Zealand and dataset requirements for various types of land tenure.

    Students will be introduced to a range of cadastral datasets relevant to specific legislation and land tenure. Instruction will be given in the methodology of performing cadastral surveys such that students can conduct a straightforward land transfer survey in Landonline. Students will also be given instruction in the use of GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) in cadastral surveys and learn how to conduct limited as to parcels surveys. Students will gain problem-solving skills in the New Zealand cadastral context.

    This paper introduces principles of cadastral surveying and concentrates on the definition skills required by the licensed cadastral surveyor and the presentation of datasets to Land Information NZ.

    About this paper

    Paper title Cadastral Surveying 1
    Subject Surveying
    EFTS 0.1334
    Points 18 points
    Teaching period Semester 2 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,278.51
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Prerequisite
    SURV 201 or SURV 211
    Pre or Corequisite
    SURV 306 or SURV 316
    Restriction
    SURV 317
    Schedule C
    Science
    Contact
    richard.hemi@otago.ac.nz
    Teaching staff
    Co-ordinator and Lecturer: Richard Hemi
    Paper Structure

    Three lectures per week

    One 3-hour tutorial per week.

    Textbooks

    Textbooks are not required for this paper.

    However, all lecture and assignment material and announcements are available on Blackboard, and additional communication will occur via student email, so students should ensure they can access the University email system.

    Online Resources (includes Blackboard):

    • Land Title Surveys Vol.1&2 S+SNZ Training Notes
    • Stages of a Cadastral Survey (SoS)
    • Rules for Cadastral Survey 2021
    • Interpretation guide to Rules for Cadastral Survey 2021
    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
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    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete the paper will:

    • Search and analyse existing survey and title data in Landonline
    • Demonstrate understanding in cadastral definition processes
    • Create a straightforward LT CSD in compliance with the Rules for Cadastral Survey
    • Create a CSD using third-party software and apply the LandXML process to integrate the survey in Landonline
    • Demonstrate proficiency in Landonline and the relevant Rules for Cadastral Survey
    • Apply GNSS technology to NZ cadastral surveys and create a CSD in Landonline from their own fieldwork
    • Create survey reports in compliance with the Rules for Cadastral Survey
    • Be able to describe features and requirements for surveys such as, but not limited to, cross-leases, building height restrictions, Māori land, legalisation surveys, limited as to parcels titles
    • Resolve boundary definition conflicts in accordance with statute and common law
    Assessment details

    Assessment:

    • Tutorials (3) 2%, 3% and 3%
    • Tests (2) 3% and 3%
    • Assignment 1  3%
    • Assignment 2  8%
    • Assignment 3 15%
    • Final examination (three hours) 60% (A minimum final exam mark of 40% is required to pass this paper)

    Timetable

    Semester 2

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Fieldwork

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend one stream from
    A1 Tuesday 15:00-18:50 38
    A2 Thursday 14:00-17:50 38
    A3 Tuesday 14:00-17:50 39

    Lecture

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Monday 10:00-10:50 29-35, 37-42
    Tuesday 10:00-10:50 29-35, 37-42
    Wednesday 14:00-14:50 29-35, 37-42

    Tutorial

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Tuesday 14:00-16:50 29-35, 37-41
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