GEOM 5620 Mobile Geomatics Systems

Year
Year 5
Semester
Second Semester
Credit
3
Program Description

Integration of geospatial technologies in mobile and field devices.

About this course

Mobile Geomatics Systems explores how geospatial technologies are integrated into mobile and field devices. You will learn to use mobile mapping platforms to capture spatial data efficiently in real-world environments. The course covers hardware setup, sensor calibration, and the software tools needed to process raw data into usable geospatial products.

Who takes this course

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

Learning outcomes

  • Evaluate the strengths and limitations of mobile mapping platforms for survey and environmental applications.
  • Operate mobile LiDAR and photogrammetric systems to collect high-density spatial data.
  • Process mobile survey data to produce accurate 3D point clouds and textured models.
  • Integrate mobile-collected data with existing GIS databases and web mapping services.

Evaluation

Component Weight (%)
Field data collection labs 30
Data processing and modelling project 35
Written technical report 20
Final practical examination 15