Video PdP - DCG10263 Basic Surveying | Setting Up Total Station & Differential Field Test (DFT)
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Resource ID
4167
Resource type
Video
Date Creation
2025-11-25 05:00:43
Access
Open
Contributed by
PEL POLITEKNIK SULTAN HAJI AHMAD SHAH
Field of Study
Kejuruteraan Awam
Institution
Politeknik
Politeknik
Politeknik Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah
MIME Type
image/jpeg
Date
2025-11-25
Country
Malaysia
Copyright
Copyright © 2025 Politeknik Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah
Sub Video Type
Video PDP
Content Creator
SITI NURAZRIN BINTI SHEIKH ISMAIL, MOHD RUSNARIANSAH BIN MOHD EHSAN, Sr NOOR KHAIRUL IDHAM BIN NORDIN, Sr Dr HAJJAH NOOR SUHAIZA BINTI SAUTI
SKT Content
Yes
Youtube Link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lr0ZUnZFMUg
Video size
320x180
Original filename
Thumbnail-BasicSurveying.jpg
Summary
The video walks through the step-by-step process of setting up a total station instrument for surveying work. It begins with positioning the tripod over a reference point, leveling the instrument using the built-in bubble and electronic level, and orienting the station to a known benchmark or back-sight. Then it describes how to enter survey data, perform a differential field test to check accuracy, and validate that the measurements are within acceptable tolerances. The video emphasises the importance of careful setup because any small error in level or orientation will affect all subsequent readings. By the end, viewers should understand the correct procedure for mounting, leveling, orientating, and verifying a total station to ensure reliable survey data.
