Course - Geomatics - BYGA2201
BYGA2201 - Geomatics
About
This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | H |
Course content
Geomatics: Geodetic basis for surveying and mapping. Instrumentation: autolevels, theodolite, total station, LIDAR and GNSS. Measurement teaching: Angle measurement, altitude measurement and distance measurement, related to single point, altitude measurement, detail measurement, survey staking, satellite geodesy (GNSS) and LIDAR. Guidance on Norwegian mapping and surveying under public auspices and ethical choices to be made in a planning process. Geographic Information System (GIS). Collection and presentation of established information. Management of geographical information in digital terrain models.
Learning outcome
KNOWLEDGE
The candidate has broad knowledge of instruments and measurement methods in which surveying equipment is used. The candidate is familiar with the most common manual and computerized calculation and terrain methods used. The candidate should be familiar with different standards for geographical information and how such data can be transferred between different computer systems. The candidate should know the methods for quality assessment of measurements taken. The candidate should have knowledge of how geographical information can be collected and handled in terrain models.
SKILLS
The candidate should be able to perform engineering measurement tasks using surveying equipment and be able to process this using computer tools. The candidate should be able to use computer tools to aid in the production of maps and digital terrain models. Through practical assignments, the candidate should be able to exchange geographic information between different computer systems.
GENERAL COMPETENCE
The candidate has acquired skills in the use of professional sources, professional methods, relevant laws and regulations, as well as standards for planning, design, surveying, construction, management.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures. Large group divided teaching in CAD-tools. Exercises both in groups and individually. Practical exercises in classroom. Surveying Field excercises.
Compulsory assignments
- Mandatory assignments
Further on evaluation
Compulsory requirements both in group and individually.
Assessment re-sit exam can be oral
Re-sit exam: August
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Civil Engineering - Engineering (BIBYGG)
Recommended previous knowledge
None
Course materials
Skogseth og Nordberg: "Grunnleggende landmåling". Gyldendal, 3 utg. 2014. Supplementary literature is given during the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| BYGT2201 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Ålesund
- Geomatics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 H 2024-11-26 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates G132 Gnisten/Fagskolen 42 - Summer UTS School exam 100/100 H INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"