SPAT2002

SPAT2002: Coordinate and Mapping Systems

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Which units require SPAT2002?

SPAT2002 is a prerequisite for 3 units.

What is SPAT2002 about?

This unit provides an introduction to geodesy, the study of the shape (and gravity field) of the Earth. It covers coordinate systems, both on a plane and on the surface of a sphere or ellipsoid in two dimensions, and three dimensional coordinates referenced to the centre of the Earth. You will also study the methods to transform between the various types of coordinate systems. The unit also covers the definitions of horizontal and vertical datums, and introduces the geoid, a surface approximating mean sea level that is used to define heights. You will learn about map projections, with focus upon the Map Grid of Australia (MGA), the projection used in Australia, and Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM), a similar projection but used globally.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours4 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) (1152)

Field of Education031100 Geomatic Engineering (Narrow Grouping)

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How this unit is taught

Computer Laboratory1 x 2 hours weekly
Lecture1 x 2 hours weekly