LSIT Measurement Technology

Question 1

What is EDM?

Accepted Answer

Technology using electromagnetic waves to measure distances accurately

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GPS receiver type

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Angle-only method

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Software program

Question 2

How are horizontal distances from slope distances calculated?

Accepted Answer

Multiply slope distance by cosine of vertical angle

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Add elevation difference

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Divide by vertical angle

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Subtract slope angle

Question 3

What is a total station?

Accepted Answer

Instrument combining EDM, angle measurement, and computing

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Radio station

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Weather station

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Fuel station

Question 4

What is GPS/GNSS surveying?

Accepted Answer

Using satellite signals for precise 3D positions on earth

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Compass navigation

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Ground-based radio

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Aerial photography

Question 5

What is differential leveling?

Accepted Answer

Determining elevation differences using backsight/foresight readings

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Measuring horizontal distances

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Property boundaries

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Soil testing

Question 6

What is photogrammetry?

Accepted Answer

Making measurements from photographs, especially aerial, for maps and 3D models

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Taking team photos

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Photographing documents

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Equipment ID system