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BYGA2201 - Geomatics

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
School exam 100/100 4 hours H

Course content

Geomatics: Geodetic basis for surveying and mapping. Instrumentation: autolevels, theodolite, total station, LIDAR and GNSS. Measurement teaching: Angle measurement, altitude measurement and distance measurement, related to single point, altitude measurement, detail measurement, survey staking, satellite geodesy (GNSS) and LIDAR. Guidance on Norwegian mapping and surveying under public auspices and ethical choices to be made in a planning process. Geographic Information System (GIS). Collection and presentation of established information. Management of geographical information in digital terrain models.

Learning outcome

KNOWLEDGE The candidate has broad knowledge of instruments and measurement methods in which surveying equipment is used. The candidate is familiar with the most common manual and computerized calculation and terrain methods used. The candidate should be familiar with different standards for geographical information and how such data can be transferred between different computer systems. The candidate should know the methods for quality assessment of measurements taken. The candidate should have knowledge of how geographical information can be collected and handled in terrain models. SKILLS The candidate should be able to perform engineering measurement tasks using surveying equipment and be able to process this using computer tools. The candidate should be able to use computer tools to aid in the production of maps and digital terrain models. Through practical assignments, the candidate should be able to exchange geographic information between different computer systems. GENERAL COMPETENCE The candidate has acquired skills in the use of professional sources, professional methods, relevant laws and regulations, as well as standards for planning, design, surveying, construction, management.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures. Large group divided teaching in CAD-tools. Exercises both in groups and individually. Practical exercises in classroom. Surveying Field excercises.

Compulsory assignments

  • Mandatory assignments

Further on evaluation

Compulsory requirements both in group and individually.

Assessment re-sit exam: oral

Re-sit exam: August

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Civil Engineering - Engineering (BIBYGG)

Course materials

Skogseth og Nordberg: "Grunnleggende landmåling". Gyldendal, 3 utg. 2014. Supplementary literature is given during the course.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
BYGT2201 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2023

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Ålesund

Subject area(s)
  • Geomatics
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering

Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 H 2023-12-15 09:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
C215 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 0
C226 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 0
C218 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 0
Summer UTS School exam 100/100 H INSPERA
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.
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