Boundary Survey Training
Property Deed Information
Parcel ID: 12345
Legal Description: Beginning at an iron pin located at the Northwest corner of said lot, thence North 89°45'30" East, 200.00 feet to an iron pin...
Training Instructions
Getting Started
- Begin by selecting the appropriate monument tool (Pin, Stake, or Disk) from the sidebar
- Click on the grid to place monuments according to the deed description
- Use the measurement tool to verify distances between monuments
Basic Surveying Tasks
- Setting Monuments: Place markers at property corners and significant boundary points
- Measuring Distances: Use the measure tool to check distances between monuments
- Measuring Angles: Verify bearings and angles between boundary lines
- Area Calculation: Calculate lot area by selecting boundary corners in sequence
Advanced Features
- Elevation Measurements: Use the elevation tool to check height differences
- GPS Coordinates: Each monument automatically records simulated GPS coordinates
- Data Export: Save your survey data using the Export button
- Undo/Redo: Use Ctrl+Z and Ctrl+Y for mistake correction
Best Practices
- Always verify measurements multiple times
- Document all monument placements with detailed notes
- Cross-reference deed descriptions with actual measurements
- Use appropriate monument types based on location and terrain
Pro Tips
- Double-click to complete area measurements
- Use the orbit controls to view the survey from different angles
- Compare your work with the deed description frequently
- Practice calculating closure errors using the measurement tools
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