COURSE OVERVIEW

This hands-on, highly-interactive course includes practical sessions and exercises. Theory learnt will be applied using our state-of-the-art simulator. 

 

Geomatics, geodesy and cartography play an important role in surveying and mapping engineering. Geodetic datums refer to the reference surfaces, reference points, and their relevant parameters in surveying and mapping, including coordinate datums, vertical datums, sounding datums, and gravity datums. They are the reference surfaces or points against which measurements are made and they provide the basis for establishing geodetic systems. Geodetic systems are the extension of different types of datums realized through establishment of the nationwide geodetic control networks, which include the geodetic coordinate system, plane coordinate system, height system, and gravimetric system. 

 

Use of incorrect geodetic parameters can cause major errors in positions of wells, pipelines, and seismic surveys, with significant financial losses and sometimes with HSE risks, as demonstrated by case studies. Awareness of geodetic datums, coordinate reference systems, and map projections is provided via interactive demonstrations and hands-on workshop exercises using the online EPSG Geodetic Registry. Students learn how Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) including GPS work.