2024-2025 / GEOG0626-1

Observation Theory

Duration

20h Th, 30h Pr

Number of credits

 Master in geography: geomatics, professional focus in geodata expert5 crédits 
 Master in geography: geomatics, professional focus in land surveyor5 crédits 

Lecturer

Roberta Ravanelli

Language(s) of instruction

English language

Organisation and examination

Teaching in the first semester, review in January

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

In this course, students will delve into the theoretical and practical aspects of observation theory. Students will gain a deep understanding of estimation theory and its practical application in topography. Through a hands-on approach using Python programming, students will learn how to solve estimation theory exercises, with a primary focus on the theory of errors and the application of least squares methodology.

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of observation theory.
  • Apply estimation theory concepts to solve real-world problems in topography.
  • Proficiently use Python for data analysis and problem-solving.
  • Implement the theory of errors and least squares methodology in practical scenarios.

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

  • Basic knowledge of mathematics and statistics is recommended.
  • Familiarity with Python programming is helpful but not mandatory.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Practical work are organized. During these sessions, practical problems (mainly in topography) will be solved using theory of errors and least squares.

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

Face-to-face learning.

Course materials and recommended or required readings

Platform(s) used for course materials:
- Microsoft Teams


Further information:

Further information:
Course slides will be available om Teams platforms and regularly updated after each class.

Exam(s) in session

Any session

- In-person

written exam ( open-ended questions )

Continuous assessment


Further information:

Exam(s) in session

Any session

- In-person

written exam 


Additional information:

The evaluation consists in a written exam on:

- the material seen during the theoretical lectures;

- practical problems (similar to the one solved during practical work sessions) to be solved using the theory of errors and least squares.

A brief oral discussion about the written exam is also organized.

Work placement(s)

Organisational remarks and main changes to the course

The course is given during the first semester (3 hour lecture per week).

The course will be taught in English.

Contacts

Roberta Ravanelli, Chargée de cours
Geomatics Unit
Quartier Agoria
allée du 6 août (B5a), 19 - 4000 Liège 1
E-mail: roberta.ravanelli@uliege.be

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