Preparing an Architectural Survey – Drawing a Plot Plan Using GIS/GPS

Abstract

Students will be able to: a. To define and differentiate the following terms: plot plan, survey, contour lines. b. To identify and plot the necessary points of a given lot using a GPS c. To identify the altitude of predefined points in a given lot using a GPS. d. Identify tree location and species in the lot. e. Evaluate the tree species that would bring environmental benefits to the family unit (house). f. To transfer the surveyed coordinates into a CAD system. g. To draw a plot plan of the lot using a CAD system. h. To transfer CAD drawings into GSI data maps. i. To transfer the landscaped plot plan into the GSI data file.