SURE 453 - Geodesy 2

This course is a continuation of SURE 452 - Geodesy 1. Topics covered include: introduction to physical geodesy, gravity observations and reduction, Stoke’s integral, Bruns formula, basic concepts of positioning by observing satellites, satellite geodesy, Global Positioning System (GPS) including both theoretical and practical aspects, VLBI, lunar and satellite laser ranging, satellite altimetry, and inertial positioning system. Meets General Education Requirements for Collaboration and Problem Solving. Typically Offered Fall Only
Level: UG
Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisite SURE 373/D- And SURE 452/D-
Ferris Equivalencies:

Department: SBE