6 ECTS; 1º Ano, 1º Semestre, 45,0 TP , Cód. 30183.
Lecturer
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Not apply
Objectives
Get an overview of techniques for terrestrial and spatial positioning systems available, in particular the GPS system, acquiring skills to perform a complete practical work: planning, positioning, collection and processing of spatial data.
Program
1. Geodesy and surveying. Measurement techniques in the field and topographic maps; General methods of surveying; Applications of surveying for land/planning
2. The global navigation satellite system (GNSS). The NAVSTAR/GPS system; GPS planning session; Field data collection and data collection techniques; Data processing and mapping; Data import and export in a variety of GIS and CAD format
Evaluation Methodology
- exam - 40,
- pratical report - 60.
Bibliography
- Hofmann-Wellenhof, B. e Lichtenegger, H. e Collins, J. (1997). GPS Theory and Practice. Wien NewYork,: Springer-Verlag
- Madeira, S. e Sousa, J. (2012). Topografia. Conceitos e aplicações. Lisboa: Lidel
Teaching Method
Presencial. Based on the expositive and demonstrative method. The students will do a practical exercise which integrates all the GPS techniques covered in and outside the classroom.
Software used in class
ArcGIS. GPS Software
