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Introduction to measurements and random error theory -- Introduction to distance measurement -- Distance corrections and miscellaneous taping operations -- Electronic distance measuring instruments -- Introduction to leveling -- Differential leveling -- Leveling continued -- Angles and directions -- Angles and directions with transits and theodolites -- Miscellaneous angle discussion -- Traverse adjustments and area computation -- Computer calculations and miscellaneous traverse computations --Topographic surveying -- Total stations and the global positioning system -- Surveying astronomy -- Construction surveying -- Volumes -- Land surveying or property surveying -- Control surveys -- State plane coordinates -- Horizontal curves -- Vertical curves -- Photogrammetry -- Surveying--the profession.