Learning outcome

Knowledge

• Theory of field geodetic surveing.
• Calculation methods in geodesy.
• Knowledge about the most common used reference systems in geodesy.

Skills

• Skills in use of total station.
• Skills in use of leveler instrument.
• Skills of use of GPS in geodetic survey.
• Skills in use of geodetic software.

Generell knowledge

• Understanding of the principles for determination of point coordinates in the filed.
• Understanding of the principles for placement of points in the field.
• Understanding of the function of geodetic survey instruments.
• Understanding of the function of GPS systems.

Course Description

• Geodetic instruments.
• Measurement disciplines.
• Coordinate calculations.
• Data uncertainty.

Teaching and Learning Methods

• Classes.
• Exercises and demonstrations under supervising.
• Autonomous mandatory exercises.

Assessment Methods

Mandatory assignments must be submitted and receive passing marks before students will be allowed to take the final examination. Oral examination in the skills / methodology in relation to one or more of the mandatory assignments. The oral examination will count 30%, and the 4-hour final examination counts 70%. Both examinations must receive passing marks in order to receive a final course grade.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean