SG41215 – Deformation Monitoring and Analysis
Course Outline
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Course |
: SG41215 – Deformation Monitoring and Analysis |
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Core/Specialization |
: Specialization in Surveying& Geodesy |
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Programme |
: Bachelor of Science Honours in Surveying Sciences |
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Department |
: Surveying & Geodesy |
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Faculty |
: Faculty of Geomatics |
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Contact Hours |
: 100 |
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Year |
: IV |
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Semester |
: I |
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Lecturer |
:Mr. PGV Aberathne |
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Room No. |
:SF/13 |
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Telephone No. |
: 0453453071 |
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: vipula@geo.sab.ac.lk |
Synopsis
This course will provide the basic procedures in deformation monitoring and analysis. Implementation of pillar stability analysis, trend analysis and some advanced procedures in deformation analysis are discussed. The least squares estimates post-analysis for deformation analysis are introduced.
Contents
Introduction to deformation monitoring, Basic procedures in deformation analysis, Geodetic deformation analysis, Least square post-analysis for deformation analysis, Pillar stability analysis, Pillar stability analysis procedures by Furrier Analysis, Trend analysis, Deformation modelling, Applications of deformation monitoring, Latest developments in deformation analysis
Project on Deformation Analysis, Field Visit
Learning Outcomes
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By the end of the course, students should be able to: |
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No. |
Course Learning Outcome |
Programme Outcome |
Assessment Methods |
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1. |
Formulate and solve the least squares adjustment problems related to deformation analysis applications |
P01, P02 |
Final Exam, Assignment |
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2. |
Apply appropriate geomatic techniques and instruments in various deformation monitoring projects |
P02, P03 |
Final Exam, Assignment, Project, Report |
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3. |
Intellectual integrity |
P12 |
Assignment, Report, Project |
Student Learning Time (SLT)
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Teaching and Learning Activities |
Student Learning Time (hours) |
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Directed Learning |
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Lectures & Demonstrations |
22 |
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Student Centered Learning (SCL)
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06 |
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Independent Learning |
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Preparation - Student centred learning activities& Assignments, Project, Reports |
30 |
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Self-Learning (Library & Internet) |
20 |
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Revision |
18 |
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Assessment |
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Assignments |
02 |
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Final Examination |
02 |
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TOTAL (SLT) |
100 |
Teaching Methodology
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Lectures/Demonstrations Student centred learning activities Projects (group) Assignments (individual and group) Field visits Reports (individual) |
References
- Engineering surveying technology – 1996, Kennie, T.J.M., ed.
- Advanced Surveying -- 2007 Agor, R.
- Surveying - 1, For diploma in civil engineering second year – 1996, Kochher, C L
- Engineering surveying -- 2002 Schofield, W
- Engineering surveying, Theory and examination problems for students Schofield, W
Grading
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Assignments |
20% |
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Project |
30% |
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Field visit (attendance, report) |
10% |
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Final Examination |
40% |
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Total |
100% |