Geodetic Science

Course aim

To introduce students to the fundamental principles of geodesy and their applications in geodetic and cadastral surveying.

Course content

Geodetic reference systems. Introduction to geodetic control networks. Height systems and geoid definition. Advanced ellipsoidal computations. Redfearn’s and Vincente’s formulae. Azimuth determination by solar methods. Elementary potential theory and the role of gravity. Geoid-ellipsoid separations.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks
Field Placement (Geodetic Survey Camp)	32 hours x 1 week
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks
Field Placement (Geodetic Survey Camp)	32 hours x 1 week

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment 1: Quiz , Assignment 2: Geodetic Survey Camp field work (EDM, levelling, solar azimuths, trigonometric heighting) and associated calculations, Assignment 3: Geodetic survey reductions, adjustment analysis and report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.