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
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Course unit content
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 in civil engineering
Full programme
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Bibliography
In italian: A. MANZINO: << Lezioni di Topografia >>, ed. Otto, Torino, 2001.
Teaching methods
Lectures, numerical and practical exercices
Assessment methods and criteria
Written and oral examination
Other information
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