Civil Drafting Technology

by Madsen, David A.; Shumaker, Terence M.

• ISBN13: 9780130498793
• ISBN10: 0130498793
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-01-01
• Publisher: PRENTICE HALL

Summary

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.

Table of Contents

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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Excerpts

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