This section provides an overview of the methods for creating each type of datum. The following topics are covered:

• “An overview of the methods for creating a datum point,” Section 59.5.1

• “An overview of the methods for creating a datum axis,” Section 59.5.2

• “An overview of the methods for creating a datum plane,” Section 59.5.3

• “An overview of the methods for creating a datum coordinate system,” Section 59.5.4