Surveying and Related Areas
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SUR 3103C | Geomatics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduction to angle, distance, and elevation measurement, as applied to engineering, boundary location, topography, forest management, and construction. Covers error theory, as well as horizontal and vertical curves.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: MAC1114 or MAC1147 or Calc 1 placement (or equivalent); co-requisite: SUR3641
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- SUR 3103C - Geomatics Syllabus (Face-to-Face and REC).pdf
- SUR 3103C - Geomatics Syllabus (Online).pdf
LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 3323 | Visualization of Spatial Information
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Methods of mapping, modeling, communicating and visualizing spatial features. Includes boundary and topographical features, attributes, site modeling, site development and mapping using computer-aided mapping and design features.
Credits: 3
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 3331C | Photogrammetry
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Course description: The course objective is to provide students with a thorough understanding of (1) the principles of photography, (2) image measurement techniques, (3) the mathematical procedures to derive ground coordinates from these measurements, (4) the error budget associated with various measurement techniques, and (5) photogrammetric project planning.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 3103C or permission of instructor
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no required labs or field work in this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 3520 | Measurement Science
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Theory of measurement errors, error propagation, variance and covariance, polynomial curve fitting, regression analysis, correlation and least squares adjustments.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: MAC2312; STA2023, STA3032, or GEO3162C; SUR3641 (or equivalent)
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- online-or-flexible, spring, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 3641 | Survey Computations
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The principles of mathematics applied to surveying computations. Computer methods in surveying.
Credits: 3
Co-requisite: SUR3103C
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4201 | Route Geometrics & Design
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course includes the geometric design of transportation systems, computer applications, and a comprehensive design project. Spiral curves, superelevation theory, and earthwork analysis are covered.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 3103C
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4345 | Marine Geomatics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The goal of this course is to provide the students with an understanding of hydrographic surveying and mapping as it pertains to the practice of Geomatics. The students will learn the concepts of Datums, tides, coordinate systems, marine positioning, sonar systems, bottom classification, and future trends.
Credits: 3
Offered Summer B.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- online-or-flexible, summer, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4350C | Advanced Photogrammetry
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Precise photgrammetric measurements, camera calibration, object space coordinate systems, analytical control extension, stereoplotter mapping, digital mapping, and softcopy stereoplotters.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 3331 and SUR 3520
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no required labs or field work in this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4376 | Geospatial Applications of UAS
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Covers issues and applications associated with small unmanned aerial systems (UASs). Active-learning lecture series and discussion of applications and issues related to Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS): agricultural, cadastral, forestry, natural resource, and wildlife applications; business aspects; navigation sensors; remote sensing instruments; user groups and open-source components; big data and cloud computing; vehicle engineering and design.
Credits: 3
Preqrequistes: SUR4501C Foundations of UAS Mapping or instructor permission.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no required labs or field work in this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4380 | Remote Sensing Applications
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Review of remote sensing systems, image classification methods, mapping applications, integration of remotely sensed data into GIS, application of data for variety of spatial information systems.
Credits: 3
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4403 | Cadastral Principles
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Cadastral systems, land boundaries, corners, and areas; writing land descriptions and identification of land parcels; legal principles of boundary survey, office and business practices; professional standing.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 3103C
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4430 | Surveying & Mapping Practice
COURSE DESCRIPTION
A study of land survey practice; the lot survey; the sectional survey; the water boundary survey; office and business practices; professional standing.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 3520 and SUR 4403
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course typically includes required labs and field trips.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, spring, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
John N. “Jack” Breed, P.L.S
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SUR 4463 | Subdivision Design
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Design of a medium-sized subdivision, master plan development, physical development considerations, legal requirements, comprehensive project, mock presentation, and platting.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 3323; co-requisite: SUR 4201
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, spring, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Bon Dewitt
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SUR 4501C | Foundations of UAS Mapping
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Foundations of UAS Mapping introduces students to the fundamental components of small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) and how they function together to produce high resolution, spatially accurate planimetric maps and 3D models of the terrain. These components include GPS/GNSS, inertial systems, lidar, and on-board sensors like cameras. We focus primarily on the application of these technologies, but also cover basic theoretical aspects. We deal with establishing ground control for sUAS imagery so that the products can be referenced to specific geodetic reference frameworks and integrated with other geospatial data. This is the first of the three courses required for the Certificate in Mapping with Unmanned Aerial Systems. Students who do not have a geomatics background, such as an introductory surveying class or field experience, are required to get the permission of the instructor before they enroll.
Credits: 3
Offered Spring.
Prerequisites: SUR 3103C Geomatics or instructor consent (non-Geomatics students are encouraged to take this course).
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- Hybrid delivery consisting of mandatory in-person field labs and synchronous, online lectures/discussions
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, spring, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4530 | Geodesy & Geodetic Positioning
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduction to geometric and physical geodesy, ellipsoids, geodetic lines, computation or position, gravity and coordinate systems. Course capstone project required.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 3103C or equivalent
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4905 | Special Problems in Geomatics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Individual study of a selected topic in Geomatics as contracted with the instructor at the start of the term.
Credits: variable (1-3). Can be repeated with change of topic.
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- n/a
LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course is individualized per student.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, fall, spring, summer, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Obtain approval from an GEM faculty member for supervision of these credits.
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SUR 4911 | Supervised Research in Geomatics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Firsthand, authentic research in Geomatics under the supervision of a faculty member. Projects may involve inquiry, design, investigation, scholarship, discovery, or application.
Credits: variable (1-3). Can be repeated with change of topic up to 6 credits.
Grading scheme: S/U
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course is individualized per student.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, fall, spring, summer, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Obtain approval from an GEM faculty member for supervision of these credits.
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SUR 4912 | Senior Project
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Laboratory, equipment, or literature investigations of surveying and mapping problems and concepts of current interest resulting in a written work.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Must have senior standing
Grading scheme: S/U
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course is individualized per student.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, fall, spring, summer, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Obtain approval from an GEM faculty member for supervision of these credits.
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SUR 4915 | Honors Thesis in Geomatics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Independent research in Geomatics leading to an honors thesis. Student will be mentored by a faculty member. Projects may involve inquiry, design, investigation, scholarship, discovery or application.
Credits: variable (1-3). Can be repeated with change of topic up to 6 credits.
Prerequisite: junior standing, upper division GPA of 3.75 or higher and completed honors thesis proposal on file
Grading scheme: S/U
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- n/a
LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course is individualized per student.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, fall, spring, summer, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Obtain approval from an GEM faculty member for supervision of these credits.
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SUR 4940C | Practicum in UAS Mapping
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This three-credit course provides students hands-on experience with flight planning and effective deployment of small unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and the subsequent processing and analysis of the imagery acquired on these flights.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 6502 Foundations of UAS Mapping, or instructor permission.
Offered Summer A, off-calendar, over a two-week period.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course requires in-person attendance for the two week session.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, summer, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 4949 | Co-op Work Experience
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Practical field experience of sufficient academic rigor.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: must be BS-GEM major
Grading scheme: S/U
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course is individualized per student.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, fall, spring, summer, undergraduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Obtain approval from an GEM faculty member for supervision of these credits.
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SUR 5365 | Digital Mapping
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Methods of digital representation of maps, coordinate development, digitizing, stereocompilation, scanning, remote sensing, hardware and software systems, file conversion, integration into GIS, and attribute development.
Credits: 3
Offered odd years.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, graduate, online-or-flexible
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 5386 | Image Processing for Remote Sensing
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Analysis of remote sensing imagery with natural resource applications; image formation and radiometric/atmospheric correction models; hyperspectral image formation, dimensionality reduction, and classification; machine learning classification algorithms; LiDAR data.
Credits: 3
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- graduate, online-or-flexible, spring
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 5425 | Cadastral Information Systems
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Methods of cadastral mapping for tax and/or GIS applications; interpretation of deed and survey information, the sectional survey system, conflict resolution, and cadastral information.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: consent of instructor.
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- not available
LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 5525 | Least-Squares Adjusted Computations
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Implementation of least squares solutions for survey-mapping and GIS applications, time and storage optimization; error analysis, initial approximation generation; robust estimations; and computer programming.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: computer programming proficiency and consent of instructor.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- graduate, online-or-flexible, spring
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6346 | Marine Geomatics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The goal of this course is to provide the students with an understanding of hydrographic surveying and mapping as it pertains to the practice of Geomatics. The students will learn the concepts of Datums, tides, coordinate systems, marine positioning, sonar systems, bottom classification, future trends.
Credits: 3
Offered Summer B.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- online-or-flexible, summer, graduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6355 | Analytical Photogrammetry
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course relates the principles of precise measurement and proper data reduction through measurements of photographs followed by calculations to determine spatial information.
Credits: 3
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- online-or-flexible, fall, graduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6377 | Geospatial Applications of UAS
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Covers issues and applications associated with small unmanned aerial systems (UASs). Active-learning lecture series and discussion of applications and issues related to Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS): agricultural, cadastral, forestry, natural resource, and wildlife applications; business aspects; navigation sensors; remote sensing instruments; user groups and open-source components; big data and cloud computing; vehicle engineering and design.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: n/a
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no required labs or field work in this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, online-or-flexible, graduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6395 | Topics in GIS
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces GIS knowledge, software skills, and applications as topics to graduate students from different disciplines who have no or limited previous exposure to GIS. The course aims to provide both theoretical background and diversified practical skills needed in many applications. Students learn basic GIS concepts, database modeling concepts, spatial references, and analysis tools. Real world case studies and application topics involving GIS data modeling and analysis.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: n/a
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course does not require lab/field trips.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6502C | Foundations of UAS Mapping
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Students who do not have a geomatics background, such as an introductory surveying class or field experience, are required to get the permission of the instructor before they enroll.
Credits: 3
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course requires attendance at in-person labs and field work.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, graduate, spring
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6535 | GPS-INS Integration
COURSE DESCRIPTION
From airplanes, drones, to autonomous vehicles, GNSS-aided inertial navigation systems are bringing new conveniences to modern society. This course includes the principles of inertial navigation and its integration with GPS, coordinate frames, modeling linear motion and rotational motion, mechanization of inertial navigation sensor measurements, space state representation of system errors, linear state equations, and practical Kalman filter techniques.
Spring Semester, 3 Credits
Course Prerequisites: Measurement Science SUR 3520 and Geodesy and Geodetic Positioning SUR 4530, or instructor consent. This course requires a background in differential and integral calculus and matrix algebra.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course requires lab/field trips.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, graduate, online or flexible, spring
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6536 | Geodesy & Geodetic Positioning
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduction to geometric and physical geodesy, ellipsoids, geodetic lines, computation or position, gravity and coordinate systems. Course capstone project required.
Credits: 3
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- There are no labs or field trips associated with this course.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- fall, graduate, online-or-flexible
INSTRUCTOR(S)
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SUR 6905 | Special Problems in Geomatics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Individual study of a selected topic in Geomatics as contracted with the instructor at the start of the term.
Credits: variable (1-3). Can be repeated with change of topic.
DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS
- n/a
LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course is individualized per student.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, online-or-flexible, fall, spring, summer, graduate
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Obtain approval from a GEM faculty member for supervision of these credits.
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SUR 6940C | Practicum in UAS Mapping
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This three-credit course provides students hands-on experience with flight planning and effective deployment of small unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and the subsequent processing and analysis of the imagery acquired on these flights.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SUR 6502 Foundations of UAS Mapping, or instructor permission.
Offered Summer A, off-calendar, over a two-week period.
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LAB/FIELD COMPONENT
- This course requires in-person attendance for the two week session.
COURSE ATTRIBUTES
- face-to-face, graduate, summer
INSTRUCTOR(S)