This latest edition of Bannister, Raymond and Baker's classic text has been fully revised and updated to reflect the changing nature of the subject and its technology. The principles and equipment behind land surveying are covered clearly and succinctly, with a breadth and authority unmatched in other books. Particularly strong attention is given to important topics such as setting out, electromagnetic distance measurement, and the treatment of errors. Extensive worked examples and diagrams support the text throughout, and the reader is further assisted by comprehensive end-of-chapter exercises. The seventh edition of Surveying provides an essential text for students of building, civil and structural engineering and all courses, such as mining and geography, which contain an element of surveying. Practising professionals will also find it an invaluable field book and reference work.