Faculty: Graduate School of Science and Engineering Geomatics Engineering focuses on the collection, analysis, and management of spatial data to support various applications, including land surveying, mapping, geographic information systems (GIS), and remote sensing. Students explore key areas such as surveying techniques, geodesy, photogrammetry, GIS, and spatial data analysis. The program emphasizes practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and the understanding of technological and environmental considerations. Graduates are prepared for careers in surveying, mapping, GIS, remote sensing, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of geomatics engineering and spatial data management. - Develop skills in surveying techniques, geodesy, and photogrammetry. - Learn techniques for using GIS and remote sensing in spatial data analysis. - Explore the principles of spatial data analysis and visualization. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in geomatics engineering. - Develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills for geospatial projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Geomatics Engineering** - Overview of geomatics engineering, key concepts, and historical context. - Fundamentals of spatial data and its applications. 2. **Surveying Techniques** - Principles of surveying, including measurement techniques, instruments, and data processing. - Techniques for conducting land surveys, boundary surveys, and topographic surveys. 3. **Geodesy** - Fundamentals of geodesy, including reference systems, coordinate transformations, and geoid modeling. - Techniques for understanding and applying geodetic principles in surveying and mapping. 4. **Photogrammetry** - Principles of photogrammetry, including aerial photography, image processing, and 3D modeling. - Techniques for creating maps and models from aerial and satellite imagery. 5. **Geographic Information Systems (GIS)** - Fundamentals of GIS, including spatial data analysis, mapping, and visualization. - Techniques for using GIS in various applications, such as urban planning, environmental management, and disaster response. 6. **Remote Sensing** - Principles of remote sensing, including satellite imagery, radar, and LiDAR. - Techniques for analyzing and interpreting remote sensing data for environmental monitoring and resource management. 7. **Spatial Data Analysis** - Principles of spatial data analysis, including statistical methods, spatial interpolation, and geostatistics. - Techniques for analyzing and visualizing spatial data to support decision-making. 8. **Practicum in Geomatics Engineering** - Real-world geomatics engineering experiences, including observations, internships, and hands-on projects in surveying, mapping, and GIS settings. - Techniques for applying learned skills in practical geomatics engineering settings. 9. **Capstone Project in Geomatics Engineering** - Comprehensive project to apply learned skills in surveying, GIS, or remote sensing. - Techniques for delivering a polished and effective geomatics engineering project. **Assessment Methods:** - Surveying technique reports, geodesy analyses, photogrammetry projects, GIS applications, remote sensing studies, spatial data analysis reports, practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Geomatics: Principles and Applications" by various authors. - "Surveying: Principles and Applications" by Charles D. Ghilani and Paul R. Wolf. - "Geodesy: The Concepts" by various authors. - "Photogrammetry: Principles and Applications" by various authors. - "Geographic Information Systems: An Introduction" by various authors. - "Remote Sensing: Principles and Applications" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of mathematics, physics, and computer science. Suitable for students interested in surveying, mapping, GIS, remote sensing, and related geospatial fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practicum, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Geomatics Engineering and pursue professional certifications in surveying, GIS, remote sensing, or related fields. **Target Audience:** Aspiring surveyors, GIS specialists, remote sensing analysts, and professionals seeking to specialize in geomatics engineering and related fields. This major equips students with the practical, theoretical, and problem-solving skills needed to excel in geomatics engineering, supporting careers in surveying, mapping, GIS, remote sensing, and related fields.