KYAMBOGO UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT

DEPARTMENT OF GEO-INFORMATICS

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING REPORT

BY

MATUA ISAAC MASARA

19/U/SLD/17756/PD
isaacmatua22@gmail.com

WITH
SPOT SURVEYORS & ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
SUBMITTED TO THE DEPARTMENT OF GEO-INFORMATICS

KYAMBOGO UNIVERSITY IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT FOR THE AWARD OF

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SURVEYING AND LAND INFORMATION SYSTEMS

10th APRIL 2022 TO 22nd MAY 2022

DECLARATION
I Matua Isaac Masara hereby declare with sincerity that this report is uniquely prepared by me
after the six weeks of Industrial training carried out at spot surveyors and engineering consultants,
and I have done it to the best of my knowledge and ability.
It has not been submitted to any other institution of learning
SIGNATURE………………….
DATE…………………………..

APPROVAL
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This is to certify that MATUA ISAAC MASARA has carried out his industrial training under
my supervision and guidance and this report is therefore approved for submission in fulfillment
of the University Requirements for the award of Bachelor of Science in Surveying and Land
Information Systems of Kyambogo University.

FIELD SUPERVISOR
MR. ACLEO ATWEBEMBERE
Date: ………………………
Signed: …………………...

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR SPOT

SURVEYORS AND ENGINEERING
CONSULTANTS
MR. SAAKWA ISAAC
Date: ………………………
Signed: …………………….

KYAMBOGO UNIVERSITY SUPERVISOR

MR.
Date…………………….
Signed: ………………………

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DEDICATION.
The internship report is solely dedicated to my beloved Dad Mr. Masara Geria and lovely Mum
Ms. Munduru Anna, my wonderful sisters Delima Wadiko, Justine Orodriko, Susan Omveku, not
forgetting my supervisors at Spot Surveyors and Engineering Consults together with my fellow
internship students during the entire internship process.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I thank Almighty God who is my source of all inspiration in allowing me to undertake this
internship training and be able to compile this report.
I am really grateful to my dad and mum for all the support and advice you gave me towards my
life and goals in life that keep me moving even if sometimes things feel too hard to do or
accomplish.
My sincere appreciation goes to the management of Spot Surveyors and Engineering Consultants
for accepting and welcoming me to undertake industrial training at this great company. Further
extend my gratitude to Mr. Ambrose Okello and Mr. Acleo Atwebembere my field supervisors
for their invaluable guidance, sincerity and motivation throughout the training period which all
together availed me with the best orientation, skills and knowledge.
I want to appreciate my sisters, my friends for the support and the ever-flowing love that you
shower me especially with the issues of academics.

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ACRONYMS
AutoCAD Automatic Computer Aided Drafting
CM Concrete Mark stone
CORS Continuously Operating Reference Station
DTM Digital Terrain Model
EDM Electronic Distance Measurement
GIS Geographical information Systems
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
GPS Global Positioning System
HDOP Horizontal Dilution of Precision
ITRF International Terrestrial Reference Framework
MSL Mean Sea Level
PDA Personal Digital Assistance
PDOP Positional Dilution of Precision
RTK Real Time Kinematic
RMS Root Mean Square
SPEC Spot Surveyors and Engineering consultants
TBC Trimble Business Center
UTM Universal Transverse Mercator
WGS World Geographical System

Table 1 List of Acronyms

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ABSTRACT
This report presents a summary of activities untaken during the industrial training program at Spot
Surveyors and Engineering Consultants from 10th April 2022 and ended on 22nd May 2022.
During this period, got engaged in both office and field assignments. Therefore, field work
involved learning how to operate different survey instruments for example the GNSS equipment in
RTK and Static modes, the total station, the Hi target V90 GNSS equipment. Among other field
assignments were how to precisely execute terrestrial topographical surveys, static surveys, Area
verifications and boundary openings.
Office work basically involved how row data can be processed and interpreted using various
software such as AutoCAD, TBC and ArcGIS in order to generate DTMs, cross sections,
longitudinal sections, static reports and processed images among others.
The report also covers the objectives of internships the challenges faced; lessons learnt as well as
the recommendations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DECLARATION.................................................................................................................................I

APPROVAL........................................................................................................................................II

DEDICATION...................................................................................................................................III

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.................................................................................................................IV

ACRONYMS......................................................................................................................................V

ABSTRACT......................................................................................................................................VI

LIST OF FIGURES............................................................................................................................X

LIST OF TABLES............................................................................................................................XI

CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INTRODUCTION.................................................................................1

1.1 Objectives of industrial training...............................................................................................1

1.2 Company organization..............................................................................................................1

1.3 Physical Location......................................................................................................................2

1.4 Vision........................................................................................................................................2

1.5 Mission.....................................................................................................................................2

1.6 Objectives of the organization..................................................................................................2

1.7 Organization structure...............................................................................................................3

CHAPTER 2 INSTRUMENTATION AND OFFICE WORK.......................................................4

2.1 Office work...................................................................................................................................4

2.2 Control Establishment..............................................................................................................4

2.3 Design of the project triangulation network.............................................................................4

2.4 Static GNSS Operations...........................................................................................................4

2.5 Instrumentation.........................................................................................................................5

2.6 Overview...................................................................................................................................5

2.7 Trimble R6-3 GNSS equipment...............................................................................................6

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2.8 Pentax R-2501N........................................................................................................................6

2.9 Tape measure............................................................................................................................7

2.10 Pegs...........................................................................................................................................7

2.11 Digital level..............................................................................................................................7

2.12 Procedures I Undertook in setting up and configuring a Trimble R6-3 GNSS Equipment......7

2.13 Lessons.....................................................................................................................................7

CHAPTER 3 ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN.................................................................................9

A. TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEYING.........................................................................................9

3.1 Introduction..............................................................................................................................9

3.2 Objectives.................................................................................................................................9

3.3 Instrumentation.........................................................................................................................9

3.4 Reconnaissance.........................................................................................................................9

4.1.1 Objectives of the reconnaissance survey............................................................................10

4.1.2 Field reconnaissance and observations...............................................................................10

4.1.3 Physical location.................................................................................................................10

4.1.4 Findings...............................................................................................................................11

4.1.5 Recommendations...............................................................................................................11

3.5 Control Extension...................................................................................................................12

3.6 Detailed terrestrial surveys and data processing.....................................................................12

3.7 Conclusion..............................................................................................................................15

3.8 Lessons...................................................................................................................................15

3.9 Challenges...............................................................................................................................15

B. CADASTRAL SURVEYING (AREA VERIFICATION).....................................................16

3.10 Introduction............................................................................................................................16

3.11 Objectives...............................................................................................................................16

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3.12 Deliverables............................................................................................................................16

3.13 Project location.......................................................................................................................16

3.14 Coordinate System..................................................................................................................17

3.15 Equipment...............................................................................................................................18

3.16 Methodology...........................................................................................................................18

3.17 Results.....................................................................................................................................18

3.18 Lessons Learnt........................................................................................................................19

3.19 Conclusion..............................................................................................................................19

CHAPTER 4 CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION......................................................20

4.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................................20

4.2 Conclusion..............................................................................................................................20

4.3 Recommendations...................................................................................................................20

4.4 References...............................................................................................................................21

CHAPTER 5 APPENDICES.........................................................................................................22

5.1 Appendix 1. Cadastral Map showing physical and manmade features..................................22

5.2 Appendix 2. Field Photos.......................................................................................................23

5.3 Appendix 3. The list of coordinates for the Nakulabye Proposed hostel Topographical
Survey................................................................................................................................................24

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1 Location of Spot Surveyors and Engineering Consultants................................................2
Figure 1-2 Structure of the company...................................................................................................3
Figure 2-1 A pictorial photograph displaying the various surveying equipment................................5
Figure A-1 Plot location of the proposed hostel site, accessibility and the surrounding...................11
Figure B-1 Buikwe Area survey geographical location....................................................................17
Figure B-2 Cadastral map showing area of land parcel in Buikwe district.......................................19
Figure 5-1 Precisely taking drainage measurements on kanyike road topographical survey............23
Figure 5-2 Searching for an old markstone during a boundary opening assignment........................23

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 List of Acronyms...................................................................................................................................v
Table 2 Shows ARC 1960 National control point at Makerere Tank hill........................................................12
Table 3 WGS 84 UTM zone 36N Coordinate System Parameters..................................................................17
Table 4 Equipment used...................................................................................................................................18

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Chapter 1 GENERAL INTRODUCTION

As part of the academic requirement for the award of a Degree of Science in Surveying and land
information Systems, industrial training is a partial fulfillment for that award and it is essential
for every student undertaking this course. Industrial training involves acquiring of professional
skills, knowledge, and thus gaining experience through doing more practical from an established
survey company/organization.
The student is required to compile a report of what he/she did during the training period.
Introduction letters are given from the administration that introduces the student to the
identified company/organization.
1.1 Objectives of industrial training
 To give practical approach to the theoretical and academic work done in class.
 To enhance ability to learn work ethics relevant to my field of study such as time
management, meeting deadlines.
 To expose students to a number of equipment/tools used in executing the work in their
relevant fields of study.
 To motivate learning by observing, executing tasks as well as making inquiries where they
are not certain.
 To allow interaction with the contemporary world events and gain experience on how to
handle real life situations.
 To strengthen relationship with the employing industry.
 It serves as part of the accomplishment of my requirements for the award of Bachelor’s
Degree in surveying and Land information systems.
1.2 Company organization
Spot surveyors and engineering consultants is a professional surveying and mapping company
engaged in Uganda, east Africa that provides an extensive range of geomatic services including
surveying, consultancy services, Geographical Information Systems and Mapping. (consultants,
2021)

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1.3 Physical Location
Spot surveyors and Engineering Consultants offices are located 631 meters from Gayaza-Kampala
Road accessed via Erisa Road, Kyebando Ring Road and its along Kanyike road in Kyebando.
Plot 364, P.O. Box 11521, Kampala.
Email: Info@spotsurveyors.com

Figure 1-1 Location of Spot Surveyors and Engineering Consultants

1.4 Vision
We look forward to being the most efficient survey consultancy firm with quick and timely
service delivery emphasizing accuracy and quality control with use of state of art surveying
technology.
1.5 Mission
Though a young entity, we have made great achievements before and after incorporation and as
our vision is, we currently look forward to developing our client base and with that, we shall
continue to work towards our goal.
1.6 Objectives of the organization.
 To be a leading surveying firm in Uganda dealing in both cadastral and engineering survey
services.
 To assist the general public to access survey consultancy for a fee.
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  Helping land surveying students obtain practical experience by allowing them to come and
train with the firm during internships.
 To minimize land boundary disputes by cadastral surveys for the parties involved in this
region.
 Helping people in the region for documentation of their land that is to help to obtain titles
easily.
1.7 Organization structure
Spot surveyors and Engineering Consultants has hierarchical lines of authority, communications,
rights and duties of an organization. Organizational structure determines how the roles, powers
and responsibilities are assigned, controlled and coordinated and how information flows between
the different levels of management.

Managing Director

Technical Director Administration

Engineering Planning GIS Accounts Secretaria Transportation

& land & department & finance t section
survey valuation

Field
assistants

Figure 1-2 Structure of the company

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Chapter 2 INSTRUMENTATION AND OFFICE WORK
2.1 Office work
Office work basically involved how survey raw data is processed and interpreted using various
software such as AutoCAD, TBC and ArcGIS in order to generate DTMs, cross sections,
longitudinal sections, static reports and processed images among others.
We had a theoretical learning session taken by Mr. Okello Ambrose on considerations of surveying
control establishment as well as static observations, which has been compiled as follows.
2.2 Control Establishment
A well distributed network of controls is a key requirement to any survey related project. Though
not necessary specified in the contract or instructions from the client, it is critical to have this
activity included in the survey mission plans. While planning and executing this task, the following
procedure will be adopted:
2.3 Design of the project triangulation network
 A preliminary desktop design bearing the preferred locations at which the control shall be
established is prepared using tools such as satellite images, google earth and google maps
and AutoCAD.
 The proposed locations shall ensure that the principle of geodetic control establishment is
adhered to such as a well-triangulated network of triangles, clear sky view for GNSS
operations, inter visibility.
 For corridors and route surveys, a triangulated network may not be feasible, however the
selected primary controls along the project route shall ensure that they meet the minimum
triangulation requirements.
2.4 Static GNSS Operations
 Observation session plans for the national controls checks, primary and secondary networks
shall be generated at office prior to the onset of the static operations. These shall include the
number of points to be observed, the time of observation per point, the available national
controls and the required GNSS equipment.
 The surveyor will carry out a stock take of all the necessary equipment required for the
operation.
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  Data and description cards for any nearby national control point within the vicinity of the
project shall be obtained from the regional ministry zonal office or department of surveys
and mapping.
2.5 Instrumentation
In this chapter, the common instruments and tools that aid in taking linear and angular
measurements used were; GPS/GNSS, Total Station, Tape measure, Digital Level and Pegs.
These instruments are used for various purposes that is setting out roads, railways and buildings,
accurate height determination of features and mapping boundaries among others.
2.6 Overview
The internship program started on the 11th April, 2022 at the Spot Surveyors head offices in
kyebando kampala. We were given a brief introduction in regard to the type, brand and set up of
some of the instruments used for different projects and procedures.
The point of this session was to enable us get familiar with the instruments, acquire theoretical and
background knowledge. The Trimble R6-3 GNSS system, HI-target V90 series, Pentax R-1502N
series, external radio as well as the antennae types were commonly interacted with as shown in the
pictorial photographs below.

Figure 2-3 A pictorial photograph Figure 2 2 Trimble R6 setup and configuration

displaying the various
surveying equipment

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2.7 Trimble R6-3 GNSS equipment
Uses Global Positioning System signals and/or Global Navigation Satellite System signals via a
receiver or antenna to determine the form, boundary, position, objects or points in space relative to
other forms, boundaries or points. (PE, 2021)
The Trimble R6 GNSS Equipment was the most commonly used equipment. It’s ideal for multiple
surveying applications, including topographic, cadastral, and stakeout usually in RTK or static
surveying
It combines a highly integrated and advanced GNSS receiver, precision antenna, long-life battery
and integrated communications into a rugged and reliable body.
Trimble R6 GNSS Specification and positional accuracy
Code differential GNSS positioning
Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . 0.25 m + 1 ppm RMS Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.50 m + 1 ppm RMS

High-precision static GNSS surveying

Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . 3 mm + 0.1 ppm RMS Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 mm + 0.4 ppm
RMS
Kinematic surveying

Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . . 8 mm + 1 ppm RMS Vertical . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 15 mm + 1 ppm

RMS

2.8 Pentax R-2501N

This is an electronic theodolite that measures angles and distances simultaneously and contains an
on-board computer to collect data and perform triangulation calculations.
The Pentax R-2501NS series was among equipment used, it has a long EDM range measuring
distance reflector less up to 600m and up to 7,000m in prism mode. The Pentax has a dual display
as standard equipment with its specifications shown below.
R-2501NS Series Total Station Specifications
Distance Measurement
Reflector less 0.5m – 600m
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 Prism mode 15m – 7000m
Angle Measurement
Accuracy (ISO 17123-3) 1“
2.9 Tape measure
This is a thin flexible metal(usually) marked at intervals for measuring size or distance. In
surveying, 100-meter tapes are mostly preferred for measurements.
2.10 Pegs
These are mostly made of timber and are used to mark out the locations on the ground at terminal
points or at the end of a survey line.
2.11 Digital level
This is a type of levelling instrument that uses electronic image processing to test the special bar-
coded staff reading pattern which is converted into elevation and distance values using a digital.
2.12 Procedures I Undertook in setting up and configuring a Trimble R6-3 GNSS
Equipment.
 Set up the tripod and ensured the top was nearly flat and the legs spaced equally.
 Carefully clamped the tribrach base onto the tripod top, centered and levelled the equipment
which was done accurately and in the shortest time possible.
 Powered on both the base and rover receivers ensuring their radio antennas are installed.
 Launched the Trimble survey controller 12.5 on the TSC2 data collector and set the project
details for example; the project name and a coordinate system.
 Configured the base receiver using a blue tooth connection.
 Measured and recorded the base receiver height to center of bumper.
 Started base receiver, input the ID and the coordinates of the base point.
 Configured the Rover receiver, using a Bluetooth connection.
 Started Survey on the menu display.

2.13 Lessons
 learned the fastest way of setting up, centering and levelling of the Pentax total station and a Trimble
R6 GNSS equipment.

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 Tripod legs should always be set up at a wide stance to enable stability and reduce chances
of disturbances from sudden movements, animals moving.
 Always use instruments that are well calibrated, this is because calibration helps to
improve the accuracy and efficiency of the machine.
 Defining a coordinate system assigns points to a particular location on Earth. The coordinate system is the
source for obtaining the precise survey data. The Arc1960 UTM zone 36 N, WGS 84 and the ITRF 2005
epoch 10.0. were among a few coordinate systems defined.
 Physical Control Survey is guided by terms of reference, consistency and accuracy.
 The Primary and Secondary controls should be intervisible.
 learnt that Static Observation requires a minimum of 2 known controls. The longer the
baseline the longer the hours of observation.

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Chapter 3 ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN
A. TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEYING
3.1 Introduction
The aim of topographical surveying is to primarily determine the relative position of points on
the earth’s surface by measuring horizontal distances (X &Y), differences in elevations (Z) and
directions.
A topographic map is a detailed and accurate illustration of man-made and natural features on
the ground such as roads, railways, power transmission lines, contours, elevations, rivers, lakes
and geographical names. (Mapping, 2015)
Participated in the terrestrial topographic survey for a proposed hostel site in Nakulabye, zone
iv Rubaga division, Kampala district.
The survey exercise was carried out as a requirement to precisely establish the actual
boundaries for the plot and produce a topographical map of the area.
3.2 Objectives
 To extend horizontal and vertical controls to the site.
 To open boundaries for the plot and demarcate the actual positions accordingly
 To carry out a detailed topographical survey by measuring topographical features and
spot heights.
 To produce the topographical cadastral map of the area using collected data.
 Prepare a survey report.
3.3 Instrumentation
The survey was conducted using the following equipment;

 Trimble equipment R6-3 (Base and rover), Tape measure, Tripod, Nails

3.4 Reconnaissance
This activity was conducted for purposes of locating the site along with the surrounding,
such as buildings, access roads. The nearby control point to be used in the subsequent
survey exercise as well as any existing old mark stones on the ground.

The survey exercise was conducted on 29th/April/2022 following a call from the client who
was interested in developing the area of interest.

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4.1.1 Objectives of the reconnaissance survey
The foremost objectives of this survey exercise were to;

 To ascertain the possibility of old markstones, structures and access routes.

 To compile a survey report on findings.

4.1.2 Field reconnaissance and observations.

Navigation was done to the area of interest based on the coordinates of the area obtained
from the cadastral prints.

Reaching the site, engaged the client and the custodian of the place inquiring about any
disputes on the land, known markstones and the surrounding boundary. The known
boundary and existing known markstones were shown and recorded.

The existing buildings on site and the surrounding structures, further the immediate possible
access to the site were identified and random GPS positions were marked to give an
approximate location of the plot.

4.1.3 Physical location.

The plot is located in Kampala district, Rubaga Division, Nakulabye zone VI approximately
133.84m from Hoima Road.

The geographical coordinates of the plot are (latitude: 0.326346, longitude: 32.559681)
(survey, 2022)

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Figure A-4 Plot location of the proposed hostel site, accessibility and the surrounding

4.1.4 Findings
Water supply is available as evidenced by water pipelines and taps around the plot.

The electricity supply is available since the area is in the city and surrounded by single and
three phase power lines.

The plot has a road access that connects it directly to hoima-road and can be used by any
vehicle.

The plot is developed with semi-permanent structures which are now in a poor state and a
Pit latrine.

The area of interest is mainly used for residential purposes.

4.1.5 Recommendations
Based on the reconnaissance visit and information gathered on site it was observed that; It
is highly recommended to use a combination of GNSS and total station when carrying a

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topographical survey around the area since it is a built-up area subject to single obstructions
if only GNSS approach is used.

3.5 Control Extension

Survey Operations have vast experience of determining accurate control networks specific to
individual projects both in ‘localised’ national grid coordinates and also in ‘local’ grid
coordinates to enable a simpler fix to the proposed design grid for setting out purposes.

The R6 Trimble GNSS base receiver was stationed at 71Y49 National control located at
Makerere Tank hill. The receiver was configured entered the known coordinates, station ID
and base height of the control station. The rover was later configured and the team proceeded
to the site which was about 2 kilometres away. Attached in table is the National control used.

Point Northing(m) Easting(m) Elevation(m) Description

1 451490.209 37686.197 1267.942 71Y49 (Makerere Tank

hill)

Table 2 Shows ARC 1960 National control point at Makerere Tank hill.

Figure A 2 National Control Figure 3-4 Trimble R6 GNSS base

71Y49(Makerere Tank hill) Equipment stationed at 71Y49 control

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3.6 Detailed terrestrial surveys and data processing
The site work commenced by placing two temporary bench marks and taking measurements
on them. Moved on the original boundaries of the plot, staking the coordinates generated from
the cadastral print using the Trimble R6-3 GNSS rover TS 2 data logger in RTK mode. We
managed to locate 5-mark stones of the plot and 5 were misplaced. We replaced the missing
mark stones with pickets at their exact positions.

Compared the original area with the area surveyed, falls within acceptable limits. this
satisfactorily paved way for the topographical survey.

Each surveyed point was defined by X, Y & Z at such accuracies as defined by the survey
standards. Coordinates defining the position and elevation for various features were captured
and recorded into the survey data loggers or total station memory card.

Major features that were surveyed included: the existing power lines, Road edge, road
centreline, water drains, buildings, cross drainage structures, temporary structures just to
mention a few. Spot elevations were also captured.

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Figure 3 6 Topographical Map for the proposed hostel site

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3.7 Conclusion
 The exercise was peacefully and successfully conducted
 The survey exercise was executed at high level of professional standards and accuracy.
3.8 Lessons
 This was a great experience because learnt how the primary and secondary controls
were established.
 Had a clear understanding of the relevance of height consistency in topographic
surveying for determination of changes in elevation.
 learnt the significance of mobilization and engagement of the local community before
the commencement of any field activity. This takes hold of their interests and more
information can easily be obtained.
3.9 Challenges
 Effect of multipath because of the structures on site which partially obstructed satellites,
hence certain points had to be observed for longer time.
 Some old markstones were covered by hips of soil and rubbish, the search for them
required digging depths down which was tiresome and delayed faster decision making.

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 B. CADASTRAL SURVEYING (AREA VERIFICATION)
3.10 Introduction
Cadastral Surveying is the discipline of land surveying that relates to the definition or re-
establishment of land parcel boundaries. (Victoria, 2020) It further involves interpreting and
advising on; boundary locations, the status of land, and the rights, restrictions and interests in
property.
Took part in an Area Verification assignment carried out on 20 th April, 2022 South East of
Lugazi town and can be accessed via a motorable marram road that meanders through the hills
of approximately 8km to site in Namaliga village, Kawolo parish, Luwogo sub county,
Buikwe district.
Spot surveyors & Engineering Consultants was contracted by Mr. Wandera Juma to delineate
the parcel extents and determine the acreage of his land.
This report specifically captures the activities undertaken, the methodology and results
obtained.
3.11 Objectives
The main objective of the project was;
• To map the parcel extents of a plot and determine the area for purposes of selling.
3.12 Deliverables
The deliverables for the Field survey are as follows:
• Cadastral information i.e., any existing farmlands, Buildings, tanks and or streams,
color-coded for easy recognition.
• Cadastral Maps Showing acreage and extents of parcels mapped.
• Detailed Survey Report in PDF format.
3.13 Project location
The site is situated South East of Lugazi town and can be accessed via a motorable marram
road that meanders through the hills of, approximately 8km to site in Namaliga village, Kawolo
parish, Luwogo sub county.

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Figure B-5 Buikwe Area survey geographical location

3.14 Coordinate System

Throughout the assignment, all measurements, computations and drawings were tied to that
coordinate system defined by following parameters in table below:
Local datum WGS 84 UTM zone 36N
Spheroid WGS 84
Semi-major axis 6 378 137.000 m
Semi-minor axis 6 356 752.314 m
Projection grid Universal transverse Mercator – (zone 36 north)
Longitude of origin 33° EAST
Latitude of origin 00 (EQUATOR)
False easting 500,000
False northing 0.00000
Scale factor on cm 0.9996
Table 3 WGS 84 UTM zone 36N Coordinate System Parameters

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3.15 Equipment
A set of a Trimble R6 GNSS receivers and their associated accessories were used to carry out
the observations and the detailed terrestrial survey and their serial numbers are listed as
follows:
SURVEY TYPE EQUIPMENT MAKE SERIAL NUMBER
Field Surveys RTK GNSS Trimble R6 Base: 5222489060
Rover: 4921173722
Table 4 Equipment used

3.16 Methodology
 Temporary benchmark was set at a convenient location away from obstruction and free
from multipath effects. Base was setup at this point and configured successfully using data
controller thereafter the rover was connected to the base receiver.
 Using the R6 Trimble rover receiver working in the RTK mode, we Mapped out the
boundaries of land surrounding the earmarked area in the presence of the LC1 Chairperson
and some of the land owners.
 The neighboring plots were measured and existing known corner markstones of the
surveyed plot as reference.
 The row data was exported and plotted in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2022 version and generated a
cadastral map showing dimensions and area of the plot.

3.17 Results
The total area of the land parcel was 6213.378 m2 and the different dimensions are as indicated
in the cadastral map provided below.

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Figure B-6 Cadastral map showing area of land parcel in Buikwe district.

Cadastral map showing the parcel extents, land use and the existing neighborhood in Namaliga,
Buikwe district.
3.18 Lessons Learnt
Learnt how to execute the survey assignment using the Trimble R6 GNSS equipment and
processed the area from the coordinates measured.
Learnt the most effective way to get every survey task done is through team work. This will
help cover gaps in the task.
3.19 Conclusion
The survey activity went on successfully as no disputes were encountered in the field and
objective of the survey achieved successfully.

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Chapter 4 CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
4.1 Introduction
This chapter contains conclusions of the report’s content, recommendation to the various
stakeholders, references to certain documents or publications used.
4.2 Conclusion
The internship was a useful experience, in which knowledge, skills in boundary opening and
topographic surveying majorly were gained as well meeting and interacting with different
personnel. Several of my learning goals were achieved, however for some conditions a few
were not accomplished.
Finally, the opportunity to have this internship training from Spot Surveyors and Engineering
Consultants has exposed me to a number of professionals well versed in the different areas of
land surveying from whom proper guidance and instruction has been received in regard to
ethics and conduct in the profession.
4.3 Recommendations
 The internee recommends Spot surveyors and engineering consultants to continue
availing such internship opportunities to students because of the range of activities,
exposure, proper guidance and instructions they offer.
 The university should increase on the number of times students go for training or
increase the period for the training, so as to improve on their skills and experience.

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Chapter 5 APPENDICES
5.1 Appendix 1. Cadastral Map showing physical and manmade features

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5.2 Appendix 2. Field Photos

Figure 5 3 taking measurement on the Figure 6 1 GNSS Connecting the antenna and
position of an electric pole using R6 Trimble other cables
GNSS

Figure 5-7 Precisely taking drainage Figure 5-8 Searching for an old markstone
measurements on kanyike road during a boundary opening assignment
topographical survey

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5.3 Appendix 3. The list of coordinates for the Nakulabye Proposed hostel Topographical
Survey

Description Northing Eastings Elevation

CMOLD 36355.6485 450934.2462 1199.48
CMOLD 36382.181 450933.477 1198.043
CM 36380.9692 450925.5837 1197.99
CM 36379.1231 450925.8464 1197.94
CMOLD 36376.8476 450913.1375 1198.289
CM 36374.0998 450913.0431 1198.273
CM 36374.1219 450914.0893 1198.349
CM 36367.1785 450914.4439 1199.233
CMOLD 36367.4366 450915.7106 1199.582
CMOLD 36355.6621 450916.8742 1199.828
RE 36351.757 450902.274 1199.082
RE 36349.934 450901.826 1198.898
RE 36349.186 450906.258 1199.241
RE 36351.268 450906.811 1199.132
RE 36348.498 450912.172 1199.575
RE 36350.316 450912.607 1199.656
RE 36347.188 450917.921 1199.868
RE 36348.933 450918.683 1199.974
RE 36346.277 450926.01 1200.397
RE 36347.777 450926.693 1200.363
RE 36344.782 450930.801 1200.703
RE 36346.786 450931.821 1200.499
RE 36341.436 450935.14 1200.712
CL 36341.8236 450939.9648 1200.924
RE 36343.3721 450936.4347 1200.769
RE 36343.421 450937.8064 1200.943
RE 36344.4292 450938.4651 1200.705
RE 36345.3055 450938.6509 1200.547
RE 36344.8347 450941.4332 1200.575
RE 36342.9113 450941.6207 1200.362
RE 36341.2863 450942.4725 1200.971
RE 36340.7843 450944.0662 1200.789
RE 36338.902 450935.868 1201.113
RE 36333.767 450937.031 1201.071
CL 36333.1 450938.943 1201.086
RE 36332.331 450940.851 1201.027
RE 36321.859 450940.725 1201.903
CL 36321.979 450939.395 1201.844
RE 36322.168 450937.848 1201.857

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RE 36312.543 450938.32 1202.677
CL 36312.277 450939.497 1202.778
RE 36312.237 450940.769 1202.744
RE 36304.048 450942.609 1203.345
CL 36303.9839 450940.6383 1203.466
RE 36303.9082 450939.0738 1203.645
RE 36294.7667 450940.1691 1203.638
CL 36294.623 450941.543 1203.879
RE 36294.405 450943.491 1204.009
RE 36284.835 450942.856 1204.419
CL 36284.863 450941.414 1204.419
RE 36284.795 450940.107 1204.339
RE 36274.085 450938.75 1204.961
CL 36273.741 450940.131 1204.953
RE 36273.367 450941.83 1205.072
RE 36263.905 450938.145 1206.118
CL 36264.4286 450936.5373 1206.031
RE 36264.8149 450935.2429 1205.977
RE 36255.241 450929.974 1207.095
CL 36254.309 450931.256 1207.175
RE 36253.488 450932.781 1207.167
RE 36245.234 450925.633 1207.949
CL 36244.288 450927.2025 1208.02
RE 36243.259 450928.366 1208.105
RE 36233.797 450924.46 1208.41
CL 36234.766 450922.916 1208.39
RE 36235.401 450921.228 1208.327
RE 36229.924 450918.05 1208.668
RE 36228.09 450915.986 1208.849
RE 36227.591 450914.294 1208.898
CL 36226.422 450918.014 1208.982
RE 36227.796 450921.457 1208.824
RE 36226.444 450921.426 1208.968
RE 36224.833 450922.355 1209.201
RE 36262.016 450932.58 1206.358
RE 36264.721 450931.487 1206.193
RE 36268.0894 450937.1223 1205.684
RE 36266.7888 450935.3502 1205.901
RE 36267.857 450932.231 1206.032
RE 36270.232 450924.383 1205.911
RE 36268.186 450923.043 1205.978
RE 36300.972 450943.904 1203.827
RE 36302.995 450945.204 1203.591

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RE 36305.0674 450948.0919 1203.679
RE 36306.704 450950.962 1203.243
RE 36307.8685 450950.5006 1203.289
RE 36306.134 450947.428 1203.534
RE 36305.731 450943.549 1203.544
RE 36307.75 450941.342 1203.02
RE 36335.179 450943.033 1201.043
RE 36336.391 450945.567 1200.94
RE 36337.63 450951.503 1201.112
RE 36340.411 450951.843 1201.124
RE 36341.2309 450958.5596 1201.25
RE 36338.788 450959.26 1201.303
RE 36340.149 450965.397 1201.235
RE 36342.492 450965.179 1201.164
FENCE 36343.45 450964.791 1201.234
FENCE 36340.885 450950.915 1201.399
FENCE 36341.17 450947.1 1200.966
FENCE 36341.8863 450943.381 1200.99
RE 36353.846 450940.892 1200.363
CL 36353.7726 450939.4221 1199.937
RE 36353.883 450937.776 1199.857
RE 36360.1574 450937.3065 1199.425
CL 36360.421 450938.861 1199.431
RE 36360.723 450940.244 1199.488
FENCE 36360.754 450940.87 1199.554
RE 36368.6598 450936.8311 1198.749
CL 36368.8663 450938.1816 1198.669
RE 36369.071 450939.4514 1198.638
FENCE 36369.037 450940.154 1198.64
RE 36375.5704 450935.9221 1198.332
CL 36375.6498 450937.3262 1198.391
RE 36375.6227 450938.785 1198.562
FENCE 36375.404 450940.851 1198.845
RE 36382.248 450935.107 1197.836
CL 36382.4591 450936.4802 1197.839
RE 36382.6451 450937.6818 1197.863
FENCE 36382.962 450941.255 1198.247
SH 36382.9994 450939.7785 1197.962
FENCE 36386.654 450941.783 1197.873
FENCE 36386.537 450938.975 1197.691
FENCE 36391.7876 450937.3889 1197.208
GT 36392.727 450937.236 1197.115
GT 36396.4056 450936.7516 1197.081

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RE 36396.6169 450935.7292 1196.788
CL 36396.4992 450934.4885 1196.8
RE 36396.509 450933.098 1196.751
RE 36390.338 450934.06 1197.109
CL 36390.3278 450935.3541 1197.187
RE 36390.3843 450936.5235 1197.203
EP-LV 36388.06 450933.308 1197.364
hs 36388.5887 450932.8849 1197.945
hs 36382.492 450933.813 1197.878
hs 36381.2115 450925.3674 1197.947
hs 36379.2452 450925.727 1197.992
hs 36376.9833 450912.9074 1198.388
SH 36376.707 450918.327 1198.082
SH 36375.842 450918.429 1198.088
SH 36375.321 450916.368 1198.205
SH 36376.411 450916.173 1198.214
SH 36374.932 450915.47 1198.197
SH 36372.7656 450914.504 1199.069
SH 36368.3491 450915.1193 1199.613
SH 36364.9965 450916.3617 1199.354
SH 36360.475 450916.367 1199.25
hs1 36355.904 450916.728 1199.42
hs1 36364.527 450916.624 1199.306
hs 36374.184 450914.588 1198.426
TOI 36376.361 450919.9089 1198.307
TOI 36376.893 450919.732 1198.254
TOI 36377.44 450922.822 1198.146
TOI 36376.782 450922.782 1198.315
SH 36377.786 450924.262 1198.041
SH 36378.434 450926.884 1198.046
SH 36378.578 450927.272 1198.104
SH 36378.31 450927.656 1198.063
hs 36378.189 450928.224 1198.343
hs 36381.226 450928.209 1198.175
WC 36380.184 450926.456 1197.982
WC 36381.2516 450926.3346 1197.971
WC 36381.1118 450925.6022 1197.807
hs 36381.832 450934.153 1197.839
hs 36369.032 450934.567 1198.785
EP-LV 36369.205 450935.072 1198.672
TAP 36368.004 450934.093 1198.689
TAP 36367.598 450932.809 1198.7
hs 36366.179 450932.911 1198.695

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hs 36355.663 450932.647 1199.653
h3 36355.6792 450934.0786 1199.437
h3 36354.95 450933.996 1199.463
h3 36354.9402 450936.7825 1199.731
h3 36346.783 450937.718 1200.624
hs 36349.9276 450915.8541 1199.977
hs 36350.539 450913.891 1199.534
hs 36353.742 450895.846 1199.831
SH 36356.363 450935.828 1199.471
SH 36357.127 450933.225 1199.234
WL 36357.309 450934.314 1199.5
WL 36361.9807 450934.1421 1199.161
SH 36362.872 450934.494 1199.058
SH 36363.264 450933.959 1198.844
SH 36366.543 450933.998 1198.988
SH 36367.072 450930.547 1198.776
SH 36373.689 450935.153 1198.51
SH 36379.13 450934.821 1198.175

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