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Surveying
For students and professionals in Civil Engineering, architecture, construction, and other building professions, the following links and resources provide information on surveying and mapping.
Where Am I? An Introduction to GPS
An overview of GPS (Global Positioning System) technology from About guide Matt Rosenberg.
National Geodetic Survey
Includes many sources of geospatial data.
Point of Beginning
Surveying and GIS publication. Good articles and product information.
Trimble
Major supplier of surveying and GPS equipment.
TopoZone
Interactive Topo maps of the US. Maps can be viewed ay multiple scales.
Journal of Surveying Engineering
Papers on advanced surveying and mapping techniques.
GPS Channel
The GeoCommunity GPS channel. Includes news, articles, events, discussions and software on GPS technology.
Surveying Rules and Regulations by State
State statutes, educational requirements, rules, and regulations for land surveyors by state.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Occupational outlook handbook for surveyors. Provides general descriptions of job duties, skills, working conditions, potential earnings.
GIS and Surveying Discussion Forum
ESRI hosted GIS and surveying discussion forum.