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FACM Course Outlines FACM Course 1: Mathematics for the Cadastralist This course will instruct the student on area calculations, computation of curves, bearings and distance relationships, computation of area using coordinates, formula manipulation using both algebra and trigonometry, basic principles of right triangles and oblique triangles and the practical application of both. This class will consist of lecture, examples, case problems, and a comprehensive exam. FACM Course 2 The Public Land Survey System This course is an in depth study of the history and development of the Public Land Survey System in Florida. The student will be instructed on all aspects of the system including township layout, section breakdown, fractional sections, Government lots, land grants, exceptions, etc. The class will consist of lecture, examples, case problems, and a comprehensive exam. FACM Course 3 Interpretation of Real Property Descriptions This course is designed to give the students some practical hands on experience in the interpretation and plotting of land descriptions, while providing them with the insight necessary to understand how they are derived and how to resolve problems. The history of cadastral mapping, the public land survey system, metes and bounds methods, platted records, and state plane coordinates are covered in this course, as well as plotting curves and how to read a bearing and distance description. Lecture and case problems along with text material and hand-outs make up the body of this course, with a comprehensive exam at the end. FACM Course 4 Basic Map Compilation This course is designed to enable the student to compile a cadastral map using state plane coordinate information, platted subdivisions, road right-of-way maps, deeds and aerial photography. Time is spent reviewing the compilation process including where and how to research for needed information. Additional class time is given to the state plane coordinate system and aerial photography interpretation. The course is mostly practical work with some lecture and case problems. Students will compile their map during the first four days of class (this is done by hand – not in GIS or CADD). Text material, drafting, and handouts make up the bulk of the course. The test is based on knowledge of the entire compilation process.