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For one/two-semester, undergraduate courses in Surveying, Site Planning, Civil Drafting, Mapping, and Architectural Drafting and Design. This text provides straightforward and comprehensive coverage of civil drafting technology and mapping. It includes survey types, plots, plan and profile, contours, and earthworks. Input and ideas from the industry, specifically civil engineering companies, offers students a well-rounded view of the civil drafting field and the types of drawings and skills associated with it.

Introduction to Civil Drafting Technology
Maps in General
Types of Maps
Civil Engineering Companies
Map Requirements
Cartography
Schooling
Basic Civil Drafting Techniques
Mapping Scales
Numerical Scale
Graphic Scale
Verbal Scale
Scale Conversion
Civil Engineer's Scale
Metric Scales
CAD Scales
Mapping Symbols
Types of Symbols
Special Techniques
Drawing Mapping Symbols with CAD
Measuring Distance and Elevation
Measuring Distance
Measuring Elevation
Surveying Fundamentals
The Shape and Size of the Earth
Types of Surveys
Traversing
Electronic Traversing
Global Positioning System
Location and Direction
Location
Direction
Location and Direction on a Quadrangle Map
Map Geometry
Plotting Property Using Latitudes and Departures
Legal Descriptions and Plot Plans
Metes and Bounds
Lot and Block
Rectangular System
Plot Plans
Methods of Sewage Disposal
Contour Lines
Contour Line Characteristics
Types of Contour Lines
Plotting Contour Lines from Field Notes
Plotting Contour Lines with a CAD System
Enlarging Contour Maps
Enlarging and Digitizing Contour Maps with a CAD System
Profiles
Contour Map Profiles
Profile Leveling
Plan and Profile
Plan and Profile with CAD
Highway Layout
Plan Layout
Plan Layout with a CAD System
Profile Layout
Drawing Conversions for CAD
Earthwork
Highway Cut-and-Fill Layout
Highway Cut-and-Fill Layout with a CAD System
Cross Sections
Site Plan Cut-and-Fill Layout
Site Plan Cut-and Fill Layout with a CAD System
Earthwork Calculations
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Introduction to GIS. Related Disciplines
GIS Concepts
GIS Components
Data Formats
GIS Applications
History
Software/Hardware
Third Party Applications
Training
Trends in GIS. Introduction to GPS
Glossary
Abbreviations
Index
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This text is intended to be a comprehensive instructional package in the area of civil drafting. The authors have used materials that have been tested in the classroom for several years plus input and ideas from industry, specifically civil engineering companies and educators in this field. Our aim is to provide the student or employee with a well-rounded view of the civil drafting field and the types of drawings and skills associated with that field. The book is arranged in twelve chapters, each dealing with a specific subject area. We feel that this arrangement lends itself well to a one-term or one-semester course but contains enough information and problems to fit courses of varying length. Each chapter is followed by a test composed of short essay, fill-in, true/false, and sketching questions. Problems in the form of drawings, which close each chapter, can be completed in the text, on separate sheets of paper, or using computer-aided drafting (CAD) as instructed. The tests and problems enable the student to directly apply the information presented in each chapter to realistic situations. The field of civil drafting is filled with variety and excitement. From surveying to construction, courthouse research to artistic interpretation, the opportunities offer many challenges. The authors have drawn on their experiences of surveying in the jungles of Georgia to building houses in the foothills of the Oregon Cascades; from designing wastewater piping to designing solar homes. And most importantly, we have drawn on our collective experiences in- teaching the varied aspects of drafting at the community college level. Additionally, we have included the work of contributing professionals in the applications of CAD throughout the entire text and the coverage of geographic information systems (GIS) as applied to civil drafting technology. Many educators who have successfully used the previous editions of this text have provided comprehensive reviews. These reviews resulted in expanded coverage in every chapter, plus new and varied drafting problem assignments. When used in the prescribed manner, this text imparts a broad understanding of civil drafting and a working knowledge of the basic components of mapping. With this knowledge and skill, a variety of job opportunities are open to you, and with those opportunities, we sincerely hope, a challenging career. Keep in mind that mapping requires accuracy, neatness, and an eye for creative and uncluttered layout. The purpose of this book is to provide you with theories, concepts, and skills that form the foundation of work done by civil engineering companies. Most mapping in these companies is generated by specialized CAD software using a variety of data collected by electronic surveying techniques. Regardless of the software used to construct maps, the drafter must still have the knowledge of why and how certain maps and drawings are created. For example, using raw field data from a survey crew, CAD software can automatically generate a map of contour lines showing the elevations and shape of the land. But then it is often the CAD drafter's job to interpret, adjust, and revise these maps, and even describe and explain contour features to clients and contractors. The CD, included in the back of this book, contains AutoCAD border and title block template drawings, as well as base drawings for many of the drawing problems in the book. In addition, it contains a chapter-by-chapter list of Internet web site links related to that chapter. Word files for all chapter tests and map reading exercises are also included. SUGGESTED COURSE OF STUDY By studying this book and enrolling in a course in which you can apply the concepts presented here, you are providing yourself with an excellent civil drafting foundation. If you are interested in expanding your knowledge and skills in civil drawing and design, you should enroll in advanced civil courses or co

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Civil Drafting Technology

Civil Drafting Technology

0130498793

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