Summary

You learned concepts important to surveying a site for a construction project. Construction surveys are made to help with planning, estimating, locating, and layout for construction projects. Surveys rely on Bench Marks (BM) to establish a known elevation on a construction site. Earthwork operations are some of the earliest operations that occur on a construction site. These operations include pioneering, clearing, grubbing, and stripping. Drainage of the site is important to maintain.

You will work closely with local agencies while planning and executing construction projects. Permits needed for each construction project might include Utility Interruption Requests, Excavation Requests, and Road Closure Requests.

You have been introduced to the common types of leveling instruments, including levels, the tripods that support them, and leveling rods. You should be familiar with their principles and uses, as well as procedures of establishing elevations, and techniques of laying out building lines. As a Builder, you will find the information especially useful in performing such duties as setting up a level, reading a leveling rod, interpreting and setting grade stakes, and setting batter boards.

The types of soil on a site can affect how the construction project will proceed. It is important to perform appropriate soils testing to determine if any soil stabilization strategies will be needed.

Congratulations, you have completed the knowledge section of the course.

You may now complete the course by successfully passing the course quiz.