Course content

This course introduces students to fundamental and advanced techniques in land surveying. It covers various measurement methods, positioning techniques, and the use of instruments such as total stations and GNSS systems. Students will develop a solid understanding of measurement errors, data adjustment methods like the Least Squares Method, and the role of weighting in enhancing precision and reliability. The course also addresses data transformation between geodetic datums, map projections, and coordinate systems, ensuring accuracy in surveying and mapping tasks.

The Candidate:

• Has necessary knowledge of various measurement methods and positioning determination in land surveying
• Can practically apply surveying instruments and techniques, including total stations and GNSS equipment
• Understands the theory of measurement errors, including different types of errors, their sources, and their impact on measurement accuracy
• Can use statistical methods for data adjustment, such as the Least Squares Method, to improve survey results
• Understands the importance of weighting in measurements and can apply techniques to increase precision and reliability
• Knows geodetic datums, map projections, and coordinate systems and can transform data between systems to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Effectively uses advanced surveying technologies and software for data collection and analysis

The main topics of the course include:

• Measurement methods and positioning determination
• Theory of errors in measurements and data adjustment (Least Squares Method)
• The concept of weighting in measurements for increased accuracy
• Datums, map projections, coordinate systems, and advanced transformations (including practical exercises)
• Corrections from terrain to map plane
• Surveying standards, accuracy, and documentation
• Total station surveying (including practical exercise)
• GNSS surveying (including practical exercise)

Learning outcome

• Understand the principles and techniques of various land surveying methods
• Have a strong understanding of measurement errors, their sources, and their impact on survey accuracy
• Know how to apply statistical methods, such as the Least Squares Method, for data adjustment
• Understand the importance of weighting in measurement processes to enhance precision and reliability
• Be familiar with geodetic datums, map projections, coordinate systems, and data transformation methods
• Understand professional surveying standards and the documentation required for accurate geodetic work
• Accurately compute survey positions using a variety of tools, including total stations and GNSS systems
• Detect and correct measurement errors using appropriate techniques
• Apply the Least Squares Method and other statistical techniques to improve survey data accuracy
• Plan, execute, and document geodetic surveys, including data collection and post-processing
• Use advanced surveying technologies and software for data refinement and analysis.
• Transform survey data between coordinate systems and map projections to ensure consistency
• Be capable of planning, implementing, and documenting land surveying projects independently or as part of a team
• Demonstrate the ability to critically assess the accuracy and reliability of survey data

Learning methods and activities

• Lectures
• Group work, assignments related to practical surveying
• Guidance
• Self study

The course includes mandatory requirements that require in-person attendance at the Gjøvik campus. Students in online study programs should plan for two on-campus meetings in Gjøvik, each lasting up to three days.

Compulsory assignments

• Oblig

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

• BYGL1210 Geomatics

Course materials

Literature is given at start of semester