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Survey Drafting

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A sketch, map, or graphic display is often the only visible product of a surveyor’s work. Therefore, the importance of presenting the client with a nice-appearing, professionally done graphic product cannot be overemphasized. Attractiveness, accuracy of plot, legibility, and clearly imparted information are vital in creating a survey drafting product worthy of professional respect.

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  1. Edward G. Zimmerman
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  1. New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM, USA

    Russell C. Brinker P.E. (Adjunct Professor of Civil Engineering) (Adjunct Professor of Civil Engineering)

  2. California State Lands Commission, USA

    Roy Minnick L.S., R.L.S. (Sr. Boundary Officer, Instructor) (Sr. Boundary Officer, Instructor)

  3. Sacramento City College, USA

    Roy Minnick L.S., R.L.S. (Sr. Boundary Officer, Instructor) (Sr. Boundary Officer, Instructor)

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Zimmerman, E.G. (1987). Survey Drafting. In: Brinker, R.C., Minnick, R. (eds) The Surveying Handbook. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4757-1188-2_9

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