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TN302112 - Position and Survey Systems

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
School exam 100/100 2 hours E

Course content

Definitions and terminology Geodetic basis, concepts and accuracy theory. Satellite-based systems (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and Compass) Public and private differential satellite navigation support systems (incl. RTK, SBAS, DARPS). Heading sensor and motion sensor. (Gyro, FOG, RGL, MRU etc.) Basic hydroacoustics. Review of Acoustic Systems (HPR / HiPAP) The FanBeam and CyScan laser systems. The microwave systems ARTEMIS, RADius and RadaScan. Reference systems in DP. Weighting, alarms and pitfalls

Learning outcome

Learning outcomes - Knowledge:

  • have a thorough insight into different forms of coordinate systems used during positioning of ships and rigs
  • have a thorough insight into the systems 'operating principle and weaknesses
  • have a thorough knowledge of conditions that can affect the systems' performance
  • Learning outcomes - Skills:
  • assess performance position reference systems used in dynamic positioning
  • predict expected conditions that may affect the system's performance
  • diagnose the most common errors that may occur on the systems account for interface and data flow between different systems
  • Learning outcomes - Competence:
  • have a conscious relationship to own knowledge and skills related to the subject area

Learning methods and activities

Pedagogical methods: Lectures, simulator and lab. exercises. Mandatory work requirements: Attendance is mandatory at all lectures and exercises.

Compulsory assignments

  • Mandatory assignment

Further on evaluation

2 hours written exam.

New and postponed exam: following semester.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Nautical Studies (353MN)
Nautical Studies (353YV)

Course materials

Mandatory: Norvald Kjerstad: Electronic and acoustic navigation systems (latest edition), Addition:: Various manuals will be available at the lab. exercise

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  3.0 SP
Study level: Third-year courses, level III

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2024

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Ålesund

Subject area(s)
  • Nautic
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering

Timetable

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Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 E 2024-12-02 09:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
C218 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 27
Spring UTS School exam 100/100 E INSPERA
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.
Examination

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