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Geodetic Metrology II
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Abstract
Advanced studies of the topics of the lecture "Basics of Geodetic Metrology". Knowing important aspects of the practical use of geodetic sensors and the work flows of metrology. Know-how of coordinate calculation methods and statistical aspects of Geodesy.
Objective
Advanced studies of the topics of the lecture "Basics of Geodetic Metrology". Knowing important aspects of the practical use of geodetic sensors and the work flows of metrology. Know-how of coordinate calculation methods and statistical aspects of Geodesy.
Content
Application and field tests of geodetic sensors: levelling instruments, tacheometers, GPS, laserscanning; geodetic coordinate calculations: traverses and trigonometric leveling; refraction; introduction to inertial surveying; software tools for data acquisition, data evaluation, preparation and visualisation of measurements
Resources
Lecture Notes
Slides of the regular lecture will be provided (in German), and further reading will be indicated as necessary.
Literature
Witte B, Sparla P (2015) Vermessungskunde und Grundlagen der Statistik für das Bauwesen. 8. Aufl., Wichmann Verlag (in German) Uren J, Price WF (2010) Surveying for Engineers. Palgrave Macmillan A list of references for further reading will be provided.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| revision course / private study |
Geodetic Metrology II
Self-study course. No presence required.
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No time listed | 150 h semesterly |
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Course Units for Additional Admission Requirements (The courses below are only available for MSc students with additional admission requirements.)
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