SURV4720
10 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
Introduces final year Surveying students to the principles and practice of land valuation. Land valuation is one of those areas of professional expertise which is fundamental to a full understanding of land in the wide context which surveyors view it; it includes a field trip.
Availability
Not currently offered.
This Course was last offered in Semester 2 - 2022.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Implement the principles of valuation.
2. Estimate the value of property.
3. Identify and interpret legislation associated with various land use and titles.
4. Identify the legal requirements for being a land valuer.
5. Undertake a physical valuation of a property.
Content
This course will:
- Introduce students to the principles of valuation.
- Provide students with information to assist in valuing property.
- Provide students with numerous valuation examples in residential, rural, industrial and commercial categories.
- Introduce students to the various land use and titles in land and their relationship to future development and valuation.
Assumed knowledge
Content covered in two years of university study or equivalent.
Assessment items
Quiz: Quiz
Written Assignment: Assignment
Formal Examination: Formal Examination
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.