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Civil Drafting Technology

by David P. Madsen, Terence M. Shumaker

8th Edition

Publisher: Pearson

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Book Details

Print ISBN9780134436043
eText ISBN9780134436913
PublisherPearson
Publishing Year2018
Edition8th Edition
LanguageEnglish

Civil Drafting Technology, 8th Edition, is a textbook that introduces core drafting principles and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD). Written by David P. Madsen and Terence M. Shumaker and published by Pearson, the volume outlines essential drafting methods used across civil engineering projects.

Coverage introduces surveying practices and standard map work alongside civil drawing types such as site plans. The text also includes an introduction to geographic information systems (GIS).

The 2018 edition is available in print and digital eTextbook layouts, providing foundational guidance for students and drafting technicians.

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: Introduction to Civil Drafting Technology

  2. Chapter 2: Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD)

  3. Chapter 3: Map Scales

  4. Chapter 4: Map Symbols

  5. Chapter 5: Introduction to Surveying

  6. Chapter 6: Locations and Distances

  7. Chapter 7: Angles and Directions

  8. Chapter 8: Contour Lines

  9. Chapter 9: Site Plans

  10. Chapter 10: Horizontal Alignments

  11. Chapter 11: Profiles

  12. Chapter 12: Earthwork

  13. Chapter 13: Detail Drawings

  14. Chapter 14: Introduction to Geographic Information System (GIS)

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