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Higher Geodesy

Höhere Geodäsie

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Beat Bürki
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:02:54

Abstract

Modern methods of Higher Geodesy. Basics of Shape of the Earth: Geoid determinatio and deflection of the vertical. Introduction into the most important topics: Satellite Geodesy and Navigation; Physical Geodesy and gravity field of the Earth; Astronomical Geodesy and Positioning; Mathematical Geodesy and basics of Geodynamics. Reference systems and applications in National and Global Geomatics.

Objective

Overview over the entire spectrum of Higher Geodesy

Content

Actual methods of Higher Geodesy. Basics of Shape of the Earth: Geoid determination and deflection of the vertical. Introduction into the most important topics: Satellite Geodesy (GPS) and Navigation; Physical Geodesy and gravity field of the Earth; Astronomical Geodesy and Positioning; Mathematical Geodesy and basics of Geodynamics. Reference systems and applications in National and Global Geomatics.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Kahle, H.-G.: Einführung in die Höhere Geodäsie, 4. erweiterte Auflage, 2005

General Information

Language
German
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Höhere Geodäsie GZ
  • Wed 08:00-09:35 (HIL D 10.2)
  • Fri 07:45-09:30 (HPV G 4)
4 h weekly

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