1. year students GIS and 1. year students civil engineering.
Minimum Mathematics GR 101202
After completion of the course the student should:
Familiar with different types of coordinate systems, projections, datum, Norwegian maps and data format.
To understand different types of maps.
Be familiar with the SOSI-standard.
Be able to use different presentation techniques in connection with digital communication.
Be able to carry out measurements and calculations covering all types of problems within Plane Surveying.
Be familiar with different ways of data collections. ( Total stations and the GPS system).
Be familiar with and be able to utilize existing software.
Units of measurement. Linear measurement. Levelling. Angular measurement. Traverse survey. Triangulation trilateration. Tacheometry. Optical and electronic distance measurement. Setting- out for construction works. Introduction to photographic survey and photo interpretation. Errors and adjustments in theodolite work. Norwegian maps.
Use and interpretation of different types of maps. Map adjustments and maintenance. Cartographic communication.
70 hours field training with extensive use of up-to-date instruments.
Lectures, field training, projects.
Approved compulsory papers and exercizes both in group and individual works
5 hours written examination and formal approval of the project work
