SG41313 – Applications of GNSS
Course Outline
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Course |
: SG41313 – Applications of GNSS |
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Core/Specialization |
: Specialization in Surveying & Geodesy |
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Programme |
: Bachelor of Science Honours in Surveying Sciences |
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Department |
: Surveying & Geodesy |
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Faculty |
: Faculty of Geomatics |
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Contact Hours |
: 150 |
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Year |
: VI |
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Semester |
: I |
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Lecturer |
: Dr T. L. Dammalage |
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Room No. |
: FF-02 |
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Telephone No. |
: 0453453019 |
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: thilantha@geo.sab.ac.lk, thilantha9@gmail.com |
Synopsis
This course introduces students to the theory and concepts of GNSS integration with other sensors and its applications.
Contents
Introduction to GPS and inertial navigation systems (INS) integration, advanced concepts of GPS surveying, GPS applications, Future of GPS / GNSS applications
Practical Task
GPS surveying for precise positioning, GPS data processing with scientific software, GPS application development
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
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No. |
Course Learning Outcome |
Programme Outcome |
Assessment Methods |
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1. |
Explain the concepts of GPS and inertial navigation systems (INS) integration |
P01 |
Assignment &Final Exam |
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2. |
Explain the advanced concepts of GPS surveying |
P01 |
Assignment&Final Exam |
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3. |
Understand the methodologies and concepts of GPS applications |
P01, P02 & P03 |
Assignment &Final Exam |
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4. |
Perform GPS surveying for precise positioning |
P02, P03, P05 & P11 |
Report / Presentation |
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5. |
Perform GPS data processing with advanced scientific software |
P02, P03, P05 & P010 |
Report / Presentation |
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6. |
Apply GPS techniques for application development |
P03, P06,P10 & P011 |
Report / Presentation |
Student Learning Time (SLT)
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Teaching and Learning Activities |
Student Learning Time (hours) |
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Direct Learning |
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Lectures and Student Centered Learning (SCL) |
36 |
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Field and Lab Practical |
36 |
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Independent Learning |
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Preparation - Student Centred Learning activities |
25 |
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Field and Lab Practical activities |
20 |
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Self-Learning (Library & Internet) |
15 |
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Revision |
10 |
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Assessment |
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06 |
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02 |
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TOTAL (SLT) |
150 |
Teaching Methodology
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Lectures Individual assignments Field and lab reports Group presentations |
References
- Strang, Gilbert (1997), Linear Algebra, Geodesy and GPS
- Leick, Alfred (2004), GPS Satellite surveying
- Sickle, Jan Van (2001), GPS for Surveyors
- Seeber, Gunter (2003), Satellite geodesy
Grading
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Class Assignment (x3) |
10% |
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Field and Lab practicalreports and presentations (x2) |
40% |
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Final Examination |
50% |
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Total |
100% |