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For freshman-junior level Civil Engineering courses in surveying/geomatics, including photogrammetry and hydrographic surveying. This text presents a clear discussion of surveying principles, and applications for mapping and engineering surveys. It has a good selection of problems that illuminate and reinforce concepts, as well as providing up-to-date information on the latest technological innovations. Real-world emphasis is key to the continued success of this text and the success a student has in understanding surveying concepts. So real world is this text that graduates often arrive for their first day of work carrying it. Suitable for construction, civil technology, civil engineering programs, and general surveying programs.INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES:Instructor Manual with Powerpoint (Contains over 300 Slides) ... Read more

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The book is in unbeleivable great condition for a used book and is such a great help. The service was of equivalent greatness. Great jod and service guys keep it up ... Read more

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This streamlined, fully updated Fifth Edition maintains the same accessible, applications-driven approach as its predecessors—beginning with a firm foundation in the principles of surveying, then supporting this foundation with real-world construction applications. While Kavanagh does reflect the latest developments in techniques and instrumentation, coverage also includes in-depth discussions of more traditional topics.The volume examines surveying principles including surveying fundamentals, distance measurement, leveling, geomatics, global positioning systems (GPS) and construction control surveys, as well as highway, municipal street, pipeline and tunnel, culvert and bridge and building construction surveys.For those involved in civil engineering and construction/building technology. ... Read more

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A mile wide and an inch deep
I teach a college level surveying class.This book attempts to cover too much data without going into adequate detail.For an introductory class, it covers the basics too fast. For an advanced class, it does not dealadequately with the specifics.As an instructor, the book offers nosupport such as answer keys or internet support.I recommend Brinker &Wolf for intro classes and Constructions Surveying and Layout by Crawfordfor construction surveying classes.

BOOK IS NOT AS INFORMATIVE AS ONE WOULD HOPE.
As an instructor, I found the problems associated with the LandSurveying field to be dated and calculations to be incorrect at times.It would help to have an answer key in order to figure out if your questions that the author wrote, can actually come up with the correct answers.I have been requesting an "Answer Key" for 2 years and yet to be able to receive one.I work for USD 501 and Teach Land Surveying. END ... Read more

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Just As Good
Last summer, when I graduated with an associate degree in land surveying, I have been trying to get a hold of the second edition, 1001 Solved Surveying Fundamentals Problems, 2nd ed., since that was all I had ever heard of, but I always found it no less that $400 dollars which is a rip-off.Finally I saw a link that said there was a third edition, this book, for less than a hundred.I was skeptical, but it is just as good. (Yes, I have used the second edition and know the comparison)So unless you are really into antique collecting, just get this book.

Studying for the FS
I'm studying for the FS and I've found this book to be very helpful for example problems, but your definitely going to need to get the Reference Manual as well because that explains in more detail on how to do problems.

Surveying for FS PS Exams
I have not had a chance to finish the book, but I am hoping to get an ample knowledge and practice preparing me for the upcoming PE exam. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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This book covers the whole range of skills and knowledge that modern quantity surveyors require to perform their work efficiently and effectively. The text has been thoroughly revised and substantially extended to enhance its value to the reader. All the basic skills of the quantity surveyor in construction procurement, contract administration and cost control and management are dealt with in sufficient detail to meet the needs of students. The newly developing areas of project management and value management are examined and illustrated in a practical way. ... Read more

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This book fills a need not covered by existing surveying or drafting text books. All chapters include examples of the subject matter and are supported by typical problems, assignments, and solutions. This text fills the need for a college level course in the specialized area of survey drafting and mapping, while providing a technical tool and reference guide for use by the draftsman, designer, or Engineer. ... Read more

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EVERY SURVEYOR SHOULD HAVE THIS BOOK!
THE SECTION ON ALTA SURVEYS IS MOST COMPLETE. TITLE COMPANYS ARE GETTING SO TOUGH DEAL WITH IN THIS AREA, WE ALL NEED THIS VALUABLE HELP. GURDON WATTLES DOES A NICE JOB ONTHIS BOOK. ... Read more

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Surveying Small Craft is the standard reference work for surveying all types of small boats.Now revised, expanded, and completely brought up to date, it will be an indispensable tool for professional surveyors and potential buyers of secondhand boats, helping them to spot important features and identify potential problems. ... Read more

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Required reading
The author relates a wealth of experience and provides proven methods of how boats should be built.The side stories of how things can go wrong were very entertaining and reenforced the technical side of the book. The bookis written from the european view and could use more info on fiberglassvessels. The drawings and photos were very good and the accompaniedcaptions very detailed.

Good Information- But Dated
Originally published in 1974 this book has lots of information on older style (wood) boats (wood) masts etc. Also the book is written more to the "want to be a surveyor?- this is how you do it" instead of"looking for a used boat?-here is what details to check out. AlsoNicholson is practices in Scotland and is geared toward european boats asopposed to us boats. I would suggest "Surveying Fiberglasssailboats" by Mustin as a better choice. Would I buy again? No. ... Read more

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Construction is a complex industry, operating with ever changing legislative needs, new materials and technologies, and constant demands on resources.Professionals are now expected to deliver a broad spectrum of skills and competencies, and this new textbook will help them achieve this.

Whilst other textbooks concentrate on individual topics, this brings together the key principles and operating practices of surveying and building engineering. It will enable the practitioner of the future to appreciate the interface between both technical and procedural requirements, identifying barriers and conflicts.

The textbook is ideal for final year undergraduates in building surveying, construction management and quantity surveying, and will provide a core resource for the BSc(Hons) degree in building engineering developed in conjunction with the Association of Building Engineers. It will also provide a handy quick reference for practitioners, drawing as it does on a wealth of experience, both academic and professional, from the author team. ... Read more

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"Surveying for Construction, 5e" is an essential textbook for students of engineering new to surveying, and will also appeal to students of building and environmental studies and archeology. Offering a strong grounding in land and construction surveying, the authors clearly and comprehensively guide the reader through the principles, methods and equipment used in modern-day surveying. Taking into account recent advances in the field, the material has been fully updated and revised throughout including new and up-to-date coverage of levelling, total stations, detail surveys, and EDM. A new chapter on GPS technology has been added. In keeping with the practical nature of the book, there are chapters on setting out construction works and surveying existing buildings, which guide the reader step-by-step through the fundamental procedures. The clear and methodical nature of the explanations, supported by a wide range of exercises and examples, make "Surveying for Construction, 5e" an invaluable and modern introduction to surveying.Its key features include: fully updated coverage and new material throughout, including a new chapter on GPS; new Learning Objectives and Chapter Summaries which guide the student through the learning process and highlight the key principles and methods for each chapter; numerous diagrams and figures which give students a clear and detailed understanding of equipment and procedures; extensive boxed examples and exercises that guide students through real-world surveying methods and calculations; and Website material - online material for creating your own surveying project allows students to practice the methods and techniques they have learnt. ... Read more

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Very Useful Reference for Setting up a Garden Railroad Empire
I was looking for a readable reference book to assist with topographic and detailed survey of a steeply graded 5 acre property, with a view to setting up a live steam model railroad. This book hits the target very well, with practical guidance and worked examples of all the steps needed to go about the job of surveying and setting out buildings, roads etc.

The book also gives sufficient broad information on both traditional and modern surveying tools and instruments, to allow one to make sensible decisions about the range of investment options availabe to cover basic and more complex surveying and setting out.

swinburne university of technology
i think most of surveying teachers in melbourne use this book. as student i found all explanation about surveying in this book. you can learn the surveying by yourself from this book.

Book Review by P.Papadakis, Professional Land Surveyor
The basics of land surveying useful for students as much as professionalsare analyzed clearly and efficiently in this book, using theory andexamples. Topics as surveying fundamentals,maps and plans, linearsurveying, levelling, contouring, vertical sections, theodolites,traversing and computations, tacheometry, radial positioning, curveranging, setting out for construction works, area and volume mensuration,building survey, always backed up by computer programs in BASIC and aproject "exame" at the last chapter. Very useful for everysurveyor's library. ... Read more

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The construction industry has been undergoing rapid change in the last decade since the publication of the Latham and Egan reports, and quantity surveying professionals have been at the forefront of those challenges. Changing attitudes to procurement and partnering, and the evolving role of clients, have put the QS profession at the heart of delivering major construction projects.

Duncan Cartlidge assesses what has driven these changes, and what they mean for the profession and for the industry as a whole. He explains modern procurement methods, and assesses how much impact technology has had on construction management - and how much it might have in the future.

The first edition of this visionary book set out the future for Quantity Surveying - now that prediction has become reality, New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice is an even more indispensable guide to the opportunities and challenges facing the profession in the 21st Century.

Duncan Cartlidge FRICS is a procurement consultant and teaches at The Scott Sutherland School and is an online tutor for The College of Estate Management, Reading.
www.duncancartlidge.co.uk

·Simple and clear assessment of the market for construction industry professionals
·Guide to the latest procurement theory and practice
·Assesses the impact of technology on the industry ... Read more

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The measurement of building elements is a core subject for all quantity surveying students and this classic text, first published in 1935 under the authorship of Arthur J. Willis, sets down the measurement process from first principles and covers the main building elements. It also considers computerised measurement techniques using standard descriptions.

For the tenth edition greater explanation has been added to the measured examples and a chapter on steel framing has been added. Different approaches to measurement have been included to reflect the use of schedules and spreadsheets in practice including computer data entry. ... Read more

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The Civil Engineer's Pocketbook Of Mensuration, Trigonometry, Surveying, Hydraulics, Hydrostatics, Instruments And Their Adjustments, Strength Of Materials, Masonry, Principles Of Wooden And Iron Roof And Bridge Trusses, Stone Bridges And Culverts, Trestles, Pillars, Suspension Bridges, Dams, Railroads, Turnouts, Turning Platforms, Water Stations, Cost Of Earthwork, Foundations, Retaining Walls, Etc. In Addition To Which The Elucidation Of Certain Important Principles Of Construction Is Made In A More Simple Manner Than Heretofore. ... Read more

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With sumptuous photography and original writing in many voices, Lasting Impressions appeals to all who cherish our American history and geography. The book is filled with compelling human-interest stories of adventure and discovery, beauty and order, hardship and determination, and politics and law. Bringing together firsthand stories from around the United States and beyond, Lasting Impressions gives a glimpse into the legacy of land surveying from a whole new perspective, through the eyes of secret admirers of monuments that have stood the test of time. From the summit of Mount McKinley to the depths of the Mammoth Cave System, these witnesses to history have held their posts silently, until now.Lasting Impressions is a visually stunning compilation of fascinating stories and photos from surveyors, engineers, geocachers, history buffs and enthusiasts from across the country. The 192-page full-color, hardcover book is a fresh way to look at the history of America. This book embraces the adventures and challenges of the surveying profession, past and present.Lasting Impressions is a treasure to own and a great gift for all who appreciate our heritage. ... Read more

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Very Interesting Book!
This was exactly what I expected.Very interesting reading and covers a broad range of stories within the topic.As a geocacher, I appreciate the effort involved in making this book come together as a meaningful legacy to surveying. ... Read more

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should be better
great book except that the maps are too small. I don't understand why all the maps needed to be orientated up, it means that most of the pages are 75% blank white paper and thus make the maps extremely small and hard to read. Kinda strange for a map book?


great book, but whoever was the layout editor should be fired...

The perfect Christmas present for your uncle in Nantucket
If you like maps, or if you like the history of the Massachusetts shore, you'll love this book by Joseph Garver.Eighty-nine map plates are each beautifully reproduced on a single 8x12 inch page, with a facing page--usually just one--that explains the map.Thus the book is not a detailed scholarly account of either the mapmakers or their subject.At the same time, the explanations are concise, elegant, and erudite, with wonderful pearls that explain how the maps came to be made and about what the maps can tell us of the changing history of the towns.It is more cohesive than Mapping Boston, and more accessible than McCorkle's New England in Early Printed Maps.Garvers is the reference librarian of the Harvard Map Collection, and it shows, both in the broad collection of maps he has located from ten different collections, and in the deep knowledge of mapmaking revealed in the text. ... Read more