Coordinate systems and reference frames. Coordinate transformations. Australians survey control networks. Mathematical treatment of map projections including analysis of distortions for equi-area, equi-distance and conformal projections. Conformal mapping of the ellipsod onto a plane - Mercator projections (TM,UTM,LTM and AMG). Mine plans, longitudinal and traverse sections. Lettering and conventional signs. Plotting from field notes. Record sheets. Pay measurement. Calculation of excavation and stockpile, volumes and tonnages, drill hole interpretation. Computerised map plotting. Review and hand-on excercises with Microstation CAD software. |