IV. Detailed site selection

I.Open Map Data
- a.Open ArcGIS
- b.Open a New empty map
- c.Open data layers
  - i.Add a single layer
  - ii.Adding multiple layers
- d.Ordering data layers
- e.Adjusting colors and sizes
  - i.Viewing the whole map
    - 1.Opening the tools toolbar
    - 2.Zooming to extent
  - ii.Setting layer color schemes
  - iii.Altering polygon layers
  - iv.Altering symbols
- f.Saving the project
II.Locate your construction site
III.Locate the Potential Borrow Sites
- a.Activate layers
- b.View map extents
- c.Zoom to layer
- d.Material identification
  - i.Clear selections
  - ii.Make selections based on queries
- e.Identify Site Attributes
- f.Narrow borrow selections
IV.Detailed site selection
- a.Material properties
  - i.Requesting lab tests
  - ii.Retreive results
- b.Determining distances
- c.Choosing the best borrow site
V.Creating a layout
- a.Setting print area
- b.Removing excess layers
- c.Layout view
- d.Page orientation
- e.Setting map properties
- f.Adding map features
VI.Delivery and Material Cost Incorporation

In order for you to select the borrow site you need to assess the soil properties you need. You will use laboratory data to make this decision and finalize your borrow site selection. You will additionally have to consider the distance from the borrow to construction site.

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