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Landscape Surveying, 2nd Edition

Harry L. Field

  • Copyright 2012
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Landscape Surveying 2nd Edition by Harry L. Field
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Overview

Accessible and user-friendly, LANDSCAPE SURVEYING, Second Edition prepares students to easily apply the principles and methods of surveying in a variety of occupational settings. Through illustrations, examples, and sample problems, students will not only learn methods for measuring distances and angles and completing surveys, but will also learn to determine which method is best suited for specific situations. With coverage of relevant terms, methodologies, equipment, and topography, this text provides students with a practical guide to landscape surveying that does not require a civil engineering or advanced math degree.

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Meet the Authors

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Harry L. Field

Harry L. Field, Ed.D., is an associate professor at Oklahoma State University in the Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department. He is a member of the NACTA, NAMCDE, and the National Safety Council. Dr. Field has also been awarded both State and National Honorary FFA Awards.

What's New

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  • A NEW chapter on determining areas has been added.
  • Sample problems and examples for each chapter have been included.
  • Updated information throughout the text.

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  • A comprehensive glossary helps students grasp difficult terms more easily.
  • Examples and sample problems help students apply their knowledge for better comprehension.
  • Practical methods for measuring distances, angles and completing surveys that do not require higher levels of math make this an accessible and appealing text.
  • Numerous illustrations throughout the text illustrate methods and concepts for a more thorough understanding.

Table of Contents

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1.Principles of Land Measurement and Surveying.
2. Equipment.
3. Public Land Survey System.
4. Distance Measuring.
5. Differential Leveling.
6. Profile Leveling.
7. Angles.
8. Topographic Surveying.
9. Traverse Surveys.
10. Global Positioning Systems.
11. Determining Area.

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  • ISBN-10: 1133521207
  • ISBN-13: 9781133521204
  • RETAIL $67.95

  • ISBN-10: 1111310602
  • ISBN-13: 9781111310608
  • RETAIL $132.95

  • ISBN-10: 143549718X
  • ISBN-13: 9781435497184
  • RETAIL $299.95
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Cengage provides a range of supplements that are updated in coordination with the main title selection. For more information about these supplements, contact your Learning Consultant.

FOR INSTRUCTORS

Landscape Construction

ISBN: 9781435497184
Landscape Construction, 3rd edition, will help your students understand the process of construction and implementation of a multitude of exterior hardscape construction projects. This book begins with the preparation for construction and follows through to the installation of the final elements of the landscape project. Your students will appreciate the detailed discussions about site preparation, grading and drainage, utilities and irrigation, retaining wall construction, paving, exterior carpentry and fencing and free-standing walls. Such amenities as pools, ponds, and edging are also discussed in detail. All instructions are well supported by photos and illustrations. Each section contains thorough installation information for most of the contemporary materials used in today’s landscapes. David Sauter has provided your students with expert perspective on materials and techniques, as well as easy-to-follow instructions.

FOR STUDENTS

Landscape Construction

ISBN: 9781435497184
Landscape Construction, 3rd edition, will help your students understand the process of construction and implementation of a multitude of exterior hardscape construction projects. This book begins with the preparation for construction and follows through to the installation of the final elements of the landscape project. Your students will appreciate the detailed discussions about site preparation, grading and drainage, utilities and irrigation, retaining wall construction, paving, exterior carpentry and fencing and free-standing walls. Such amenities as pools, ponds, and edging are also discussed in detail. All instructions are well supported by photos and illustrations. Each section contains thorough installation information for most of the contemporary materials used in today’s landscapes. David Sauter has provided your students with expert perspective on materials and techniques, as well as easy-to-follow instructions.