Eric Colburn, PLS

Category: Book Reviews

  • The Professional Land Surveyor Podcast Episode 16 Surveying Mathematics Made Simple Books Author Jim Crume Interview

    In this episode of the Professional Land Surveyor Podcast, sponsored by Datumate, I interview Surveying Mathematics Made Simple Books Author Jim Crume PLS, MS, CFedS. You can subscribe to this podcast via iTunes, grab the RSS feed or play from the website. This episode of the Professional Land Surveyor Podcast (PLSP) is brought to you…

  • Staying Small Successfully: A Guide for Architects, Engineers, and Design Professionals

    “Many architects, landscape architects, and interior designers are self-employed or are partners in small firms. These professionals must understand the management, administrative, and planning skills that are critical to the success of a design firm–and apply them to a small business profile. The revision of this best-selling book addresses the latest changes that affect the…

  • Kindle 2 Amazon’s New Wireless Reading Device

    Kindle 2: Amazon’s New Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation) Say Hello to The New Kindle Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines Lightweight: At 10.2 ounces, lighter than a typical paperback Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, service plans, or…

  • Announcing Surveying Books Page

    Announcing Surveying Books Page. Please visit our Surveying Books Page on this site, created today. You will find land surveying books and surveying related books, books on AutoCAD, Business and GIS. I’ve included the following small sample of the books you will find. Surveying Books: Brown’s Boundary Control and Legal Principles Evidence and Procedures for Boundary Location…

  • Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2009

  • Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty : The Only Networking Book You’ll Ever Need

    Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty by Harvey Mackay is a great book for everyone, with valuable networking information you can use in your personal and business life. In these difficult economic times, having the right contacts in the right place when you need them, will make the difference between survival and failure. As the…

  • Engineering Design: A Project Based Introduction

    Engineering Design: A Project Based Introduction will be released on August 18, 2008. You can pre-order yours by following the link below (or above, as you like). Engineering Design: A Project Based Introduction Clive L. Dym Price: $45.00 Release Date: August 18, 2008

  • Enjoy Grilled Pizza this weekend

    Now that the weekend is here I would like to go a little off course (And why not? You’ve all worked very hard this week and have earned a little rest and relaxation with your family) and make a recommendation for a little weekend good living – Grilled Pizza!   There is a little prep work required upfront…

  • Lynn Allen’s Blog: AutoCAD 2009 Tips and Tricks booklet has arrived!

    Lynn Allen’s Blog: AutoCAD 2009 Tips and Tricks booklet has arrived! Click on the link above and you will open Lynne Allen’s Blog post announcing that her free AutoCAD 2009 Tips and Tricks booklet is available for download. This booklet is full of useful AutoCAD tips and tricks from beginning to end. Some of them…

  • Book Review: The Power of Focus

      This is an excellent book, is well written and is full of insightful knowledge and techniques to improve your business life, personal life and general outlook on life.This is not a book about land surveying but I think everyone will benefit from reading this book. At times the writing and ideas may seem far-fetched,…

  • Book Review: Mastering AutoCad Civil 3D

    Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008 is a must read if you are using, or plan to implement, AutoCAD Civil 3D. I bought this book last year and I refer to it all the time. Written by Dana Probert, E.I.T., James Wedding, P.E., along with Mark Scacco, P.E., and Jason Hickey, this book gives comprehensive information,…