Foundations of Geodesy

Troy University

CourseGEM 4415

Fundamentals of geometric geodesy, historical longline formulae, 3-D formulae, classical and modern observation and reduction methods, refraction, gravity and geoids, physical geodesy, vertical height determination and observations, inertial measurements systems.

Credits: 3 credits
Course Code: GEM 4415

Related Courses

Prerequisites, corequisites, and courses that build on this one

Prerequisites

Complete these courses before enrolling

MTH 1125
Calculus I
4 credits
GEM 4408
Geodesy and Geodetics
3 credits

Required For

Courses that require this course as a prerequisite

GEM 4403
Introduction to Geodetic Astronomy
3 credits