To provide civil engineering students an introduction to and understanding of the basic principles of surveying as it applies to civil engineering works. Topics include: Linear and angular measurement (band and electronic distance measurement): Levelling principles and applications including laser levelling and bar code levelling; 3D coordinate systems; Traversing and control surveys, "field-to-finish" electronic detail surveys, electronic data recording; horizontal and vertical curves and construction survey set outs; areas and volumes, surveys to monitor deformations of structures and mine walls; GPS (satellite positioning); and an introduction to consulting services available from Surveyors and Geomatic Engineers.