Physical Geodesy

Course objective

The objective of this course is to provide fundamental understanding of Earth's gravity systems and its rotation and revolution, which are essential for establishing coordinate systems, datum, and reference ellipsoids. It also introduces relative horizontal and vertical positioning systems, equipping students with the foundational knowledge necessary to navigate and apply geodetic concepts effectively.

Syllabus at a glance

1. 1Introduction
2. 2Reference System and Reference Frame
3. 3Gravity Field of the Earth
4. 4Geodetic Astronomy and Time Systems
5. 5Mathematical Concepts of Geodesy
6. 6Gravity Reduction and Gravity Field Determination
7. 7Gravity Measurement Methods
8. 8Geodesy Challenges and Future Perspectives