Department of Surveying
Department of Surveying
The Department of Surveying is a unique department that has been in existence since the early establishment of Kabul Polytechnic University. Initially part of the Faculty of Geology and Mining, since 2014 it has been functioning under the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering. Its purpose is to advance theoretical and practical education in surveying for the faculties of civil engineering, transportation engineering, geology and mining, and water resources and environmental engineering. Since maps and plans are widely used in all these fields, it is essential for engineers to understand their characteristics, be able to read them correctly, and possess the ability to create maps and plans. This knowledge enables them to carry out the necessary surveying measurements and calculations in engineering construction, exploration, and extraction of useful minerals.
Objectives of the Department
The Department of Surveying has the following objectives:
- Continuous review and updating of the curriculum for surveying in various fields.
- Equipping the department with modern surveying equipment and tools.
- Providing continuous theoretical knowledge necessary for various engineering fields.
- Training young professionals in different engineering disciplines with quality surveying knowledge to meet project requirements.
- Enhancing faculty capacity and creating a suitable social and ethical environment while avoiding political, ethnic, linguistic, and religious biases.
- Continuous review of surveying curricula for various university fields.
- Creating a standard database and website for the department.
Vision
The Department of Surveying aims to be a reliable educational reference within the university, offering fundamental surveying concepts to other engineering disciplines in a scientific, clear, and practical manner. With skilled faculty members, organized coursework, and suitable educational facilities, the department strives to empower students of various disciplines in understanding the principles of surveying and its applications in their respective specialties, ultimately enhancing the quality of education and their professional capacities.
Mission
The Department of Surveying is committed to enhancing knowledge and scientific skills in related fields while creating a sustainable educational environment. It is dedicated to offering a variety of effective courses to provide students from various disciplines with the necessary training in surveying and mapping sciences.
Activities of the Department
- Collaborating with students from various fields in executing practical applications.
- Actively participating in and presenting research papers at annual scientific conferences of the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering at Kabul Polytechnic University.
- Providing ongoing technical consultancy to the engineering maintenance department of Kabul Polytechnic University regarding internal and external university projects.
Facilities
The Department of Surveying is equipped with modern laboratories and surveying tools, conducting laboratory work for students from various disciplines. Laboratory activities are carried out by undergraduate students and faculty members.
Equipment in the Surveying Department Laboratory:
- Digital Level
- Digital Theodolite
- Automatic Level Machine
- Electronic Distance Measurement Device (EDM)
- Laser Measurement Tools
- Various other surveying tools and equipment
Catalog
Please prepare a standard catalog of the department in PDF format and send it separately to the Information Technology Directorate for upload. A link will be created for easy access. Faculty and Staff
Faculty:
Name: Sayed Hamid Rahimi
- Degree: Bachelor (Kabul Polytechnic University)
- Email: sayedhamidrahimi187@gmail.com
- Phone: +93 782313383
- Research Areas: Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
- Link to Profile
Name: Ghausuddin Gharman
- Degree: Bachelor (Kabul Polytechnic University), Master's (Moscow State University)
- Email: ghausuddingarman@gmail.com
- Phone: +93 786327810
- Research Areas: Surveying
- Link to Profile
Name: Niaz Mohammad Yaqubi
- Degree: Bachelor (Kabul Polytechnic University), Master's (Kabul Polytechnic University)
- Email: n.yaqubi@kpu.af
- Phone: +93 799010103
- Research Areas: Geodetic Astronomy
- Link to Profile
Staff:
Name: Azizullah Rohmal
Position: Technician
Email: azizullahjanahmadi@gmail.com
Research Areas:
- Examining the use of GPS and GNSS technologies.
- Studying spatial and temporal changes in the environment.
- Investigating the role of surveying in construction and civil engineering projects.
- Analyzing the accuracy and precision in large-scale surveying projects.
- Reviewing innovative educational methods for teaching surveying.
- Examining the impact of educational technologies on student learning.
- Investigating the role of surveying in various industries, including mining, agriculture, and transportation.
- Analyzing operational cases from related projects.
Information about Faculty Members
Name: Sayed Hamid Rahimi
Sayed Hamid Rahimi was born in 2003 in the Ghazni province. He graduated from Shams Al-
Mashayekh High School in 2019. After passing the entrance exam, he joined the Geographic
Information Systems Department at the Faculty of Geomatics and Cadastre at Kabul Polytechnic
University. He completed his bachelor's degree in the Geographic Information Systems
Department in 2023 with high distinction. In 2023, he became a lecturer in the Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing Department at the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering at Kabul Polytechnic University.
During his teaching career, he has taught various subjects, including Fundamentals of Surveying 1, Fundamentals of Surveying 2, and Geodetic Astronomy. He currently serves as the acting head of the Department of Surveying.
Research Areas:
Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.
Name: Ghausuddin Gharman
Mr. Ghausuddin Gharman was born in 1948 in Herat province. He completed his high school education in Herat in 1969. In 1970, he enrolled in the Kabul Polytechnic Institute, and that same year, he was sent by this institution to study at the Institute of Surveying and Cartography in the Soviet Union. He graduated with high distinction from the aforementioned institute in 1974. After completing his education, Mr. Ghausuddin Gharman returned to the country and served as the head of surveying in the Ministry of Public Works' Urban Development Directorate. In 1978, he was appointed as a faculty member in the Department of Surveying and Cartography of the Institute of Kabul Polytechnic, after presenting a conference titled "Tachymetric Surveying."
Research Areas:
Theory of Geodetic Measurement Processes
Name: Niaz Mohammad Yaqubi
Mr. Niaz Mohammad Yaqubi was born in 1963 in Kabul city. He completed his primary and secondary education in 1978. In 1979, he entered the Teacher Training Institute of Syed Jamaluddin. In 1981, after serving at the Teacher Training Institute, he joined the military service. After being discharged in 1985, he enrolled in the Kabul Polytechnic Institute in 1986. That same year, he received a scholarship to study at the Tashkent Polytechnic Institute. He completed his studies in Geodetic Engineering in 1992. After finishing his education, Mr. Niaz Mohammad Yaqubi returned to his country in 1993 to serve his homeland. In 1997, due to a request from the esteemed Ministry of Higher Education, he was appointed as a faculty member at Kabul Polytechnic University.
Research Areas:
Geodetic Astronomy
Publications
• Geodetic Astronomy: Determining the Latitude and Azimuth of Points • Scientific Articles:
o Determining the Direction of Principal Meridians at Kabul Polytechnic University o Identifying Earthquake Vulnerable Areas Utilizing Modern Technology
Contact:
Department of Surveying, Faculty of Geomatics Engineering, Kabul Polytechnic University, Afghanistan
Email: sayedhamidrahimi187@gmail.com Phone: +93 782313383