Learning objectives
To provide with basic concepts in positioning, terrain and structures deformation control, map use; to enable the design and adjustment of control networks, including GPS
Prerequisites
Calculus and Geometry
Course unit content
<br />Geodesy: reference and coordinate systems, geoid and ellipsoid, datum transformation. Map projections. Maps and map use. Surveying instruments: theodolites and levels. Methods and measurements techniques for height and horizontal positioning. GPS. Network design. Adjustment theory: error propagation, net adjustment, blunder detection, tests for detection of displacements. Application of surveying to civil engineering <br />
Full programme
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Bibliography
A. MANZINO: Lezioni di Topografia, ed. Otto, Torino, 2001.<br /> C. MONTI, L. PINTO: Trattamento dei dati topografici e cartografici, Libreria CLUP, 2002 <br /> A. Cina:GPS. Principi, modalità e tecniche di posizionamento. CELID, Torino, 2000 <br />Additional material on adjustment theory and exercises also available
Teaching methods
<br />Lectures and numerical exercises; field work with theodolite.<br />Examination: Tests and numerical exercises with discussion of the field work results; otherwise: oral examination<br />
Assessment methods and criteria
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Other information
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