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1. Set up the theodolite on a flat, level surface and then level its telescope using the leveling screws on the tripod. 2. Aim the telescope of the theodolite at the feature whose elevation you want to measure, such as the top of a building or a hilltop. 3. Measure the angle created between the horiRead more
1. Set up the theodolite on a flat, level surface and then level its telescope using the leveling screws on the tripod.
2. Aim the telescope of the theodolite at the feature whose elevation you want to measure, such as the top of a building or a hilltop.
3. Measure the angle created between the horizontal plane and the feature by measuring the degrees in the vertical circle located on the theodolite.
4. Using a clinometer or level with a graduated arc, measure the height of the feature from the ground.
5. Finally, combine the measurements of the angle taken with the theodolite and the measured height to calculate the elevation of the feature.
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