Howdy from GA

Welcome rufus, glad to have someone here that hasn't heard all my old jokes. I respect and admire your quest to learn outside of a structured curriculum. As for books and such, I'm going to fall short or giving you any suggestions. All of my books are aged and probably out of print and outdated. Maybe some of the members here that don't have as many years under their belt can suggest some good reading.

Although technically I suppose you could call Land Surveying an industry, I prefer to call it a profession, or at least a vocation for some. And in some cases it might even be considered an art. I think the fact you've spoken up tells us all here you've probably got a good interest. Stick with it, if you can, surveying has been good to me and a lot of others.

Thanks so much Paden.. look forward to learning more. I guess I'm the type of person that prefers to learn how to swim when they're in the water : )

My number one recommendation is to start right here and click on every thread you can that has appeared here. The wealth of information available far exceeds any set of textbooks you will find on the subject.

Oh.........yes..............welcome aboard. This place is "awesome, amazing and phenomenal".

Thanks Holy - I plan on doing that..

We don't have an abundance of Rufuses (Rufi?) around here. First, last or made up name? I'll admit I'm not really Holy.

About a lifetime ago I worked with some large networks on the Georgia Alabama border. Brutal place when the heat and humidity get together for a party...
I would start by reading some of those 'outdated' books mentioned above. Our history and early methods are a critical consideration of even the most modern work flow. Hit the libraries and used book stores. Follow up by looking into the local chapter of SAMSOG. You will get more advice than you can digest in short order...
Welcome aboard and good luck, Tom

This is the place to be, priceless! You will find that you gain more understanding from this site than any textbook. You will also find you may have to go to the textbooks to understand all of the diverse advice and opinions on SurveyorConnect. One cool thing is the folks here are from all over so you can incorporate some of the techniques that others use daily into what you do daily. I have never surveyed or much talked to Surveyors from anywhere except North and South Carolina until joining here. Welcome

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Holy Cow, post: 338090, member: 50 wrote: We don't have an abundance of Rufuses (Rufi?) around here. First, last or made up name? I'll admit I'm not really Holy.

A family name.. have always liked it : )

thebionicman, post: 338091, member: 8136 wrote: About a lifetime ago I worked with some large networks on the Georgia Alabama border. Brutal place when the heat and humidity get together for a party...
I would start by reading some of those 'outdated' books mentioned above. Our history and early methods are a critical consideration of even the most modern work flow. Hit the libraries and used book stores. Follow up by looking into the local chapter of SAMSOG. You will get more advice than you can digest in short order...
Welcome aboard and good luck, Tom

thanks Tom! Will do..

Adam, post: 338099, member: 8900 wrote: This is the place to be, priceless! You will find that you gain more understanding from this site than any textbook. You will also find you may have to go to the textbooks to understand all of the diverse advice and opinions on SurveyorConnect. One cool thing is the folks here are from all over so you can incorporate some of the techniques that others use daily into what you do daily. I have never surveyed or much talked to Surveyors from anywhere except North and South Carolina until joining here. Welcome

many thanks!

From the Atlanta area? Cool. I've done work all around Atlanta.
I'm up in Acworth - doing not much of anything these days.
What part of Atlanta are you in?
E.

Rufus the best book available in surveying is called " Experience" Written by a person called "Self"..... It is best read in conjunction with an organised degree course in surveying so that you get an over-all education in surveying. Later revisiting the book to choose a segment of surveying you wish to settle down into specializing.

RADU

Welcome Rufus from another Aussie.
One of the attributes you will no doubt discover here is surveyors benefit from an interesting mix of qualities, some relating to but many not relating to surveying.
Thick skin, ability to fend off or avert wild things, be they of the 2, 4 or 8 legs, even no legs.
2 legged ones are more prevalent and can offer the worst encounter you could imagine.
Social skills are helpful.
Here you would need to enjoy outdoor life, from mountains to sea.

Surveying fields are varied and with differing skills but equal importance.

All the best with your choice of careers. Its a great, pastime, and as Paden says its several things including an art, profession. It certainly isn't just 'a job'.

We have Rufus's here, and some come to mind with find memories, and linked to surveying.
ST650 (State Trig No 650 - Mt Rufus)
Cairn used for Trig work in earlier days.
What makes surveying in Tasmania enjoyable. (rather rare now to see these and some have been vanadalised)

Welcome! You will certianly learn on this site, and the best part is you'll have fun doing it. We gab about everything! B-)

But, you must "certianly" watch out for the spelling police. Theiyr're some nasty people.

BigE, post: 338174, member: 435 wrote: From the Atlanta area? Cool. I've done work all around Atlanta.
I'm up in Acworth - doing not much of anything these days.
What part of Atlanta are you in?
E.

Hi BigE - I'm in Buckhead.. right near Piedmont Hospital...

re. Not doing much - are you looking for new work, or just taking some time off?

My 85 yr old FIL given name is Rufus. He was raised in rural Georgia and when he left for the Air Force, he used his middle name that is fairly common. He used his middle name professionally his whole life and with friends and family too. But his sisters still call him Rufus when they get together and it always catches people by surprise.

As for this post, a lot of good contributors here on a range of topics.
You just have to pay attention to the topics and replies by members.
Don't be hesitant about posting an inquiry because "operators are awaiting by the phones to assist":-)

rufus, post: 338078, member: 10527 wrote: Howdy Gang,

Just wanted to say hello.. Excited to learn more about the Land Surveying industry.

Welcome! We're happy to have you here.