Course content

Reference systems, Mathematical models for positioning, Cycle slips detection, Ambiguty in phase determination, Multipath effects, Atmospheric delays, Adjustment of mathematical GPS models, Adjustment of Networks, Transformation of GPS results, GPS and Galileo

Learning outcome

Learning objective:
After completing the course the candidate shall have an in-depth understanding of satellite positioning and navigation, especially American GPS.

Knowledge:
After completing the course, the candidate shall have knowledge about how satellites positions objects on and above surface of the Earth, as well as in space, knowledge of methods and techniques for determination of Earth’s size and shape and its deformation and change in time using positioning satellites, Knowledge of global positioning satellites applications in for example Construction and building industry, Transport systems, Navigation, and Oceanography.

Skills:
After completing the course, the candidate shall be able to perform coordinate computations using commercial and scientific software including correction terms, be able to calculate other parameters from GPS time series like Earth’s deformation and change parameters, including analysis and interpretation of the results, be able to use the calculated coordinates within other disciplines like Transport, Marine and Building industry, and Oceanography.

General competence:
After completing the course the candidate shall have obtained ability to work independently and in a team towards relevant research front in Global positioning and navigation systems, ability to identify the global positioning satellite data interface and relation with other related disciplines, ability to understand the international perspective of satellite positioning and navigation and be able to cooperate internationally.

Learning methods and activities

The course will be given as conducted self-tuition, with compulsory exercises, and one project which will be evaluated. To pass the course a score of at least 70 percent is required.

Compulsory assignments

• Assignments

Recommended previous knowledge

Geometric Satellite Geodesy (GPS)on equivalent (some knowledge of global positioning system and navigation).

Course materials

Hofmann-Wellenhof et al. (2001) GPS, Theory and Practice.
Nahavandchi (2002) GPS.
Kaplan (1996) Understranding GPS.
Leick (2003) GPS satellite surveying.
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