451-201 Geomatics for Engineers

The objective of this subject is to develop an appreciation of the diverse variety of geomatics-related science and technology as applied to current engineering practices.

Topics covered include coordinate systems and maps; satellite navigation and positioning systems; land titles, land acquisition and subdivision; hydrographic surveying; geographic information systems; remote sensing; environmental visualisation; photogrammetry; and high precision industrial measurement.

Not more than three hours of written examination, and not more than 30 pages of written assignments and reports on practical work. The relative weighting of the assessment components will be published at the commencement of the subject.