M. Farjas1, M. Alonso2, LAR Research Team3
1 E. U. I. T. Topográfica, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), Spain
2 E.T.S. Arquitectura , Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), Spain
3 Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), Spain

In this paper we present the results obtained during the search for cartographic methods, which can assist in the interpretation and dissemination of knowledge regarding Archaeology and our Heritage. Basing their research on techniques developed specifically for geodesic and cartographic engineering and architecture, the Polytechnic University of Madrid's Research Team LAR, are assessing how new tools applicable to their specialist can be used in an innovative way to capture and process information in the fields of archaeology and heritage.
To investigate different methods of portraying monumental edifices, we made use of new data capturing equipment in the Monastery of El Escorial, Spain for which traditional photogrammetrical methodologies were compared, taking advantage of the least square adjustment capability provided by the independent grids.
To investigate procedures for the treatment of cartographic data a study was undertaken, to develop a thematic cartography that combines the scientific results with a graphical presentation. The site used for this exercise was the archaeological site at Tuqueibah, in the Emirate of Sharjah, UAE.
All of the work referred to above strives to unite the disciplines of engineering and archaeology, using case studies to demonstrate the enormous potential that such interdisciplinary co-operation can offer.
Key words: Heritage, Archaeology, Laser Totalstation, GPS.