Course - Geodesy - TBA4245
TBA4245 - Geodesy
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination and Work
Grade: Letters
Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
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Skriftlig eksamen | 70/100 | 4 timer | ||
Arbeider | 30/100 |
Course content
Geometry of the reference ellipsoid, geoid modelling, datum, conform projection of the ellipsoid, satellite geodesy (GPS/GNSS), system description and measuring techniques. Transformation of satellite vectors to a map projection. Estimation of coordinates and heights. Analyses of observations and networks.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate should have knowledge of:
- Central coordinate and height reference systems which are in use globally and the geometry of their reference ellipsoids
- The general conformal map projection of the ellipsoid
- The system specification, observation techniques and central sources of error by using GNSS (GPS).
- Transformation of a GNSS satellite baseline (vector) to observations in the map projection plane
- Estimation of coordinates and heights, and also reliability analysis of observations and a network of control points.
Skills
The candidate is able to:
- Be acquainted with various global reference systems of coordinates and heights
- Carry out calculations on the ellipsoid by using the two geodetic main tasks
- Calculate coordinates in the map projection plane from GNSS observations
- Carry out and understand a reliability test as described in the Norwegian Geodata standard issued by the Norwegian Mapping Authority
- Be acquainted with multipath, ionospheric and tropospheric noise on GNSS signals, and also with methods to avoid that such sources of noise are corrupting the results.
General competence
The candidate can:
- Understand the theoretical basis for calculations on the ellipsoid and in the map projection plane of the ellipsoid, calculations and reliability analysis of coordinates and heights, and also a more advanced understanding of satellite geodesy (GNSS)
- Understand and use professional terminology within the discipline
- Work independently and in team and take the necessary initiatives
- Identify common fields between this discipline and other professional disciplines and be open for inter disciplinary approach and cooperation.
Learning methods and activities
Lechures. Computations and laboratory excersises. A subset of the assignments counts 30% of the final grade. The lectures and assignments are in English when students who do not understand Norwegian take the course. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Exerecises
Recommended previous knowledge
Based on the course TBA4236 Theoretical Geomatics.
Course materials
Hofmann-Wellenhof: GPS. Theory and Practice. Compendia published at the department.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From | To |
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SIB6020 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2013
Language of instruction: English
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- Geodesy
- Geomatics
- Map subjects
- Nautic
- Technological subjects
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination and Work
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Skriftlig eksamen 70/100 2013-05-30 15:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Arbeider 30/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"