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Engineering Geodesy
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:22:48
Abstract
Introduction to Engineering Geodesy: methods, instruments, and applications.
Objective
The students will be introduced to the methods, instruments and applications in Engineering Geodesy with a focus on end-to-end quality assessment, sensor and multi-sensor-systems, setting out, and monitoring of engineering objects. They will be able to acquire enhanced knowledge and fundamental competences in high-precision angle, distance and height measurements. They will be introduced to aspects of interdisciplinary work in particular related to construction processes and civil engineering.
Content
- Introduction: Definition, methods, and tasks - Planning and realizing geodetic networks - High precision distance, angle and height measurements - Engineering Geodesy in construction above and below ground - Tunnel surveying - Deformation monitoring: Models, methods, and applications
Resources
Lecture Notes
The slides and additional documents will be provided in electronic form.
Literature
Kavanagh B.F. (2010) Surveying with Construction Applications. Prentice Hall. Schofield W., Breach M. (2007) Engineering Surveying. Elsevier Ltd.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Engineering Geodesy |
|
4 h weekly |