Geodetic Surveying

Upon conclusion of this course, students should have the ability to: 1. identify the main difference between plane and geodetic surveys; 2. design geodetic surveying project with appropriate specifications and accuracy attainable; 3. demonstrate understanding of the different height systems used in geodetic surveying; 4. explain the use and difference between satellite and Laplace stations; and 5. develop appropriate procedure leading to the production of geodetic report.

Basic concept of geodetic surveying. Design, specifications, observational procedure, accuracy attainable for geodetic surveying. Control surveys using triangulation, trilateration and traversing, geodetic leveling. Determination of normal, dynamic and orthometric heights. Satellite station, Laplace station and equations for the control of geodetic surveys. Sources of errors and application of appropriate corrections. Computations of geodetic coordinates. Adjustment of geodetic survey networks. Production of geodetic reports and plans. Deformation surveys and monitoring of large structure.