The Fundamentals of Geodesy - With Numerous Exam Questions

The collection, processing, and preparation of spatial data as a fundamental basis of surveying is further propelled by advancing digitalization and modeling in the planning, construction, operation, and repurposing of buildings. Modern Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the process of Building Information Modeling (BIM) are becoming increasingly important.

This textbook conveys the fundamentals of surveying and the most important measurement methods from the perspective of a bachelor's degree program, enabling users to independently perform simple tasks. More complex measurement methods and application areas are presented in overview. Numerous exam-relevant practice problems and calculation examples contribute to learning progress and aim to empower students to work accurately with geodetic instruments.

The textbook is aimed at students of civil engineering and architecture, as well as beginners and practitioners who wish to gain an initial overview of geodesy.

Contents include:
• Surveying tasks in the construction of buildings
• Position, height, and gravity reference systems, SAPOS
• Land registry and geographic information systems
• Measurements, calculations, and accuracy
• Leveling
• Direction and angle measurement
• Distance determination
• Trigonometric height determination
• Tachymetry and laser scanning
• Position and height recording methods
• Staking out
• Monitoring measurements
• Area and volume determination.