Maths for map makers - A. L Allan

This work should help anyone who has problems with the mathematics involved in map making or who wishes to acquire a better grounding in the subject. It starts from an elementary standpoint in which no previous knowledge is assumed, and progresses to give the student a sufficient level of understanding to cope with most topics encountered by the map maker, including those of elementary surveying. A large number of worked examples is given, together with exercises (and answers), for the reader to perform.;Access to computer spreadsheets, though encouraged, is not essential but it is assumed that a hand calculator is available. The selection of topics and level of treatment has been carefully tailored to avoid confusing the beginner with too much detail.;Mathematical topics and concepts are presented in a problem-oriented manner which enables the relevance of each topic to be made clear. Useful formulae summaries are provided at the end of each chapter.;The book should be found useful to students of geography, cartography, surveying, civil engineering and photogrammetry. It is also suitable for anyone, in industry or academia, who requires a reference work on the mathematics involved in map making.