ABSTRACT
Mensuration is the term used by mathematicians to describe the techniques used to establish lengths, areas and volumes. It is necessary to understand the principles of mensuration before dimensions can be correctly presented and recorded on dimension paper. While many people are unfamiliar with the term ‘mensuration’, most of the geometric formula is generally well known. This chapter provides an introduction to the more commonly adopted mensuration techniques practised by measurers. Examples of recording dimensions for geometric formula are given in Chapter 2.04 and Appendix II.
