The Surveyor Reference Manual is the most comprehensive book for the NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam. Its time-tested organization and clear explanations start with the basics to help you quickly get up to speed on common surveying concepts. Together, the 44 chapters provide an in-depth review of FS exam topics, and introduce many subjects covered on the Principles and Practice of Surveying (PS) exam. The extensive index contains more than 1000 entries, with multiple entries included for each topic, so you’ll find what you’re looking for no matter how you search.
This book features:
10 appendices containing essential support material
over 220 practice problems to build your problem-solving skills
over 120 common surveying terms defined in an easy-to-use glossary
hundreds of equations, figures, and tables
industry-standard terminology and nomenclature
example problems that demonstrate how to apply the concepts presented
The Surveyor Reference Manual is a popular textbook for surveying courses, and after you pass your exam, it will continue to serve as an invaluable reference throughout your surveying career.
Topics Covered
Aerial Mapping
Algebra and Trigonometry
Basic Sciences
Boundary Law, Cadastral Law, and Administration
Business Law
Computer Operations and Programming
Data Adjustment
Economics
Field Data Acquisition and Reduction
Finance
Geodesy
Geodetic Survey Calculation
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Graphical Communication, Mapping
Higher Math
Land Development Principles
Laser Scanning
Management
Measurement Analysis
Photo/Image Data Acquisition and Reduction
Plane Survey Calculation
Probability and Statistics
Survey Astronomy
Survey Planning Process and Procedures
Written Communication
