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Ground-based positioning systems

Course Description: To provide the student with ample and comprehensive knowledge of various positioning operations, handling all ground positioning devices, and the ability to extract coordinates for different locations. Introduction to the historical development of terrestrial positioning systems. Ability to extract coordinates for different locations. Study of the relationship between GPS devices and some surveying instruments.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: GEO 362
Objectives of the course :

The relationship between geodetic control systems, Geographic Information Systems, and remote sensing.

Course outputs :

The student learns about the concept of Global Positioning Systems.
The student identifies the most important location tracking devices.
The student understands ground site data, points, and their signatures.
Skills
The student explains the relationship between GPS, GIS, and remote sensing.
The student explains different methods for raising and signing certain points.
Ability to work with navigation and surveying GPS devices.
Values, autonomy and responsibility
The student commits to integrity and ethics in scientific research in their field of specialization.
The student bears the responsibility for continuous self-learning and developing their abilities.
The student actively collaborates with peers in solving geographical problems within research groups.

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  • Last updated: 2026-04-29

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