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Geospatial Engineering Bachelor Information
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Elective Blocks
Geodesy and Satellite Navigation
NumberTitleTypeECTSHoursLecturers
103-0850-00LPhysical and Kinematic GeodesyW6 credits4GM. Rothacher
AbstractGravity field of the Earth, normal gravity, gravity reductions, reference surfaces and height systems, description of the gravity field by spherical harmonics functions, gravity field measurements, geoid determination, space curves and trajectories, space curves on surfaces, accelerated reference frames and moving measurement platforms, inertial navigation, Kalman filter
ObjectiveErkenntnis, dass ein erdfestes Bezugssystem ein beschleunigtes
Bezugssystem darstellt, das alle Messprozesse beeinflusst; Beherrschen der Grundlagen der physikalischen Geodäsie; Fähigkeit, mit ellipsoidischen und physikalischen Höhen umzugehen und diese zu bestimmen; Kenntnis der Methoden der Geoidbestimmung; Wissen über die Effekte, die auf einer bewegten Messplattform zu beachten sind; Grundkenntnisse in der Trägheitsnavigation und in der Kalman-Filterung
Lecture notesLecture notes are available
103-0135-01LGlobal Satellite Navigation SystemsW3 credits3GM. Rothacher
AbstractGPS, GLONASS, Galileo, COMPASS, QZSS als GNSS. Systemkomponenten, Signalstruktur, Referenz- und Zeitsysteme und Beobachtungsgleichungen. Differenzbildung, Linearkombinationen. Satellitenbahnen und -uhren, troposphärische und ionosphärische Refraktion, Antennenphasenzentren, Multipath und Messrauschen. Beobachtungsverfahren und Mehrdeutigkeitslösung. Referenzstationsnetze und Dienste.
Objective• Erlernen der theoretischen und praktischen Grundlagen
der verschiedenen GNSS
• Verstehen der wichtigsten Fehlerquellen und der unterschiedlichen
Beobachtungsverfahren
• Erkennen von Anwendungen der GNSS in der Vermessung,
Positionierung, Navigation, GIS, im Geomonitoring und
in den Erd- und Umweltwissenschaften
Content• Überblick über die verschiedenen GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou,
QZSS und INRSS)
• Systemkomponenten, Signalstrukturen, Referenz- und Zeitsystemen und Beobachtungsgleichungen
für Pseudorange- und Phasenmessungen der GNSS
• Bildung von Differenzen und Linearkombinationen der
ursprünglichen Beobachtungen
• Fehlerquellen: Satellitenbahnen und -uhren, troposphärische und ionosphärische
Refraktion, Antennenphasenzentren, relativistische Einflüsse, Mehrwegeffekte
und Messrauschen
• Einblick in die Bedeutung der speziellen und allgemeinen Relativitätstheorie
für die GNSS
• Auswertestrategien und Beobachtungsverfahren
sowie Methoden zur Lösung der Phasenmehrdeutigkeiten
• Referenzstationsnetze und Dienste
• Viele Anwendungsbeispiele
• Praktische und rechnerische Übungen für die Erfassung
und Auswertung der GNSS-Messungen
Digitisation and 3D Modelling
NumberTitleTypeECTSHoursLecturers
103-0851-00LPhotogrammetryW6 credits4GK. Schindler
AbstractThe class conveys the basics of photogrammetry.
ObjectiveThe aim is to equip students with an in-depth understanding of the principles, methods and applications of image-based 3D measurement.
ContentBasics of photogrammetry, its products and applications: the principle of image-based measurement; digital aerial cameras and related sensors; projective geometry; mathematical modeling, calibration and orientation of cameras; photogrammetric Triangulation and surface reconstruction; bundle adjustment; recording geometry and flight planning; airborne laser-scanning
Literature- Wolfgang Foerstner and Bernahrd Wrobel: Photogrammetric Computer Vision, Springer, 2016
- Thomas Luhmann, Stuart Robson, Stephen Kyle, Jan Boehm: Close-Range Photogrammetry and 3D Imaging, De Gruyter, 3rd edition 2019
- Richard Hartley and Andrew Zisserman: Multiple View Geometry, Cambridge University Press; 2nd edition 2004
103-0274-01LImage ProcessingW3 credits2GK. Schindler, J. D. Wegner
AbstractIntroduction to basic concepts and methods of digital image processing.
Objective- Mathematical and statistical description of images
- knowledge of basic algorithms for digital image and signal processing
- familiarity with fundamental image processing operations
- selection and application of suitable computational methods for basic image processing tasks
- understanding of digital image processing as a basis for remote sensing, photogrammetry and computer vision
Content• Digitale Bilder, Signalprozessierung, Abtastung
• Geometrische Transformationen
• Farbräume
• Filterung von Bildern, Bildrestauration und -verbesserung
• Morphologische Operationen
• Punkt- und Liniendetektion
• Ähnlichkeitsmasse und Matching von Bildern
• Bildsegmentierung
• Radiometrie von Satellitenbildern
GIS and Cartography
NumberTitleTypeECTSHoursLecturers
103-0153-00LCartography IIW6 credits4GL. Hurni
AbstractTheory and mathematical basics of the cartographic visualisation of attributed geo-objects for static and interactive maps (with exercises).
ObjectiveThe course offers first computer graphics and mathematical basics and concepts of cartography. The accompanying exercises introduce further cartographic and GIS software, programming libraries for cartographic visualisation purposes. It is shown how web browsers, text editors and scripting languages can be used to develop efficient tools for cartographic data processing, design and visualisation.
ContentTopics like cartographic workflow, data capturing, data sources and legal aspects and Web map technologies:
- Introduction to QGIS, ArcGIS and OCAD
- Data sets, data types and data formats
- Analytical and visualisation processes in cartography
- Colour management and pre-press processes
- Web maps using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SVG and Canvas 2D
- Interaction with diagrams and maps
- Libraries and APIs for cartographic applications
Lecture notesHandouts will be distributed.
LiteratureReferences will be announced.
Prerequisites / NoticeCartography Fundamentals
103-0229-00LProject GIS & CartographyW3 credits2GM. Raubal, L. Hurni
Abstract- Modelling and analysis of spatio-temporal and quantitative data using GIS tools.
- Conception and design of a thematic map using GIS tools.
Objective- Application of spatio-temporal GIS methods.
- Getting know-how of cartographic design tools for thematic maps.
- Usage of GIS functionality to design thematic maps.
ContentThe project includes the following topics and procedures:
- Structuring and processing of quantitative data (statistical data, measurements, calculated numbers) of a specific topic in a geographical context.
- Modelling and analysis of spatio-temporal and quantitative data using GIS tools.
- Conception of a visualisation of this data by diagrams, choropleths, etc.
- Preprocessing of suitable geodata for appropriate base maps.
- Design and labelling of a thematic using GIS tools.
Lecture notesHandouts will be distributed.
LiteratureReferences will be announced.
Prerequisites / NoticeGeoinformation Technologies and Analysis
Cartography II
Spatial and Environmental Planning
NumberTitleTypeECTSHoursLecturers
103-0357-00LEnvironmental PlanningW3 credits2GS.‑E. Rabe
AbstractThe lecture covers tools, methods and procedures of
Landscape and Environmental Planning developed. By means of field trips their implementation will be illustrated.
ObjectiveKnowledge of the various instruments and possibilities for the practical implementation of environmental planning.
Knowledge of the complex interactions of the instruments.
Content- forest planning
- inventories
- Intervention and compensation
- ecological network
- agricultural policy
- landscape development concepts (LEK)
- landscape conceptions
- parks
- swiss concept of landscape
- riverine zone
- natural hazards
- field trips
Lecture notes- lecture notes concerning the instruments
- Handouts
- Copies of selected literature

Download: Link
Prerequisites / NoticeAdditional information on mode of examination:
No calculators allowed
102-0516-01LEnvironmental Impact AssessmentW3 credits2GS.‑E. Rabe
AbstractFocus of the course are the method, the process and content of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) as well as the legal bases and methods for compiling an environmental impact study (EIS).
Using examples, a comprehensive view of the EIA is made possible by means of excursions.
In the frame of a project the process of am EIA will be workt out by the students.
Objective- Understanding the context of spatial planning and environmental protection
- Ability to use central planning instruments and procedures for assessing the environmental impacts and risks of projects
- Ability to apply quantitative methods to assess the environmental impacts and risks of projects
- Knowledge about the process and content of an EIA
- a capacity for critical review of environmental impact assessments
Content- Nominal and functional environmental protection in Switzerland
- Instruments of environmental protection
- Need for coordination between environmental protection and spatial planning
- Environmental Protection and environmental impact assessment
- Legal basis of the EIA
- Procedure of EIA
- Content of the EIA
- Content and structure of the EIS
- Application of the impact analysis
- Monitoring and Controlling
- View regarding the strategic environmental assessment (SEA)
- Excursions projects obligated under the EEA
Lecture notesNo script. The documents for the lecture can be found for download on the homepage of the Chair of Planning of Landscape and Urban Systems.

Download: Link
Literature- Bundesamt für Umwelt 2009: UVP-Handbuch. Richtlinie des Bundes
für die Umweltverträglichkeitsprüfung. Umwelt-Vollzug Nr. 0923,
Bern. 156 S.
- Leitfäden zur UVP (werden in der Vorlesung bekannt gegben)
Prerequisites / NoticeAdditional information on mode of examination:
No calculators allowed
103-0315-04LApplied Planning for Sustainable Urban DevelopmentW3 credits2GA. Grêt-Regamey, U. Wissen Hayek
AbstractIndependent development of decision bases and preparation of concrete project documents in connection with practical spatial and environmental planning problems.
ObjectiveStudents know different GIS-based analysis techniques and methods for application in landscape and urban areas and can use them to assess sustainable land use in the planning process. The interdisciplinary skills of project management and teamwork are promoted.
ContentBy using current problems from the practice, an application-oriented task of sustainable settlement development is introduced. The systematic procedure and the choice of suitable planning and analytical methods will be learned and applied to a concrete project. The results of the analyses are used to develop proposals for solutions. Different alternatives are evaluated and discussed with selected indicators. In addition, exercises in project management and teamwork will be conducted.
Prerequisites / NoticeKnowledge of GIS is required.
Traffic Systems
NumberTitleTypeECTSHoursLecturers
101-0414-00LTransport Planning (Transportation I) Information W3 credits2GN. Garrick
AbstractThe lecture course discusses the basic concepts, approaches and methods of transport planning in both their theoretical and practical contexts.
ObjectiveThe course introduces the basic theories and methods of transport planning.
ContentBasic theoretical links between transport, space and economic development; basic terminology; measurement and observation of travel behaviour; methods of the four stage approach; cost-benefit analysis.
LiteratureOrtuzar, J. de D. and L. Willumsen (2011) Modelling Transport, Wiley, Chichester.
101-0416-10LRoad Transport SystemsW3 credits2GA. Kouvelas
AbstractThe course covers road transportation technologies, network design, traffic flow theory, operations of private and public transport, management and control of intelligent transportation systems.
ObjectiveThis course gives the students an overview of topics involved in road transport systems and provides the background for Masters degree study.
Lecture notesThe lecture notes and additional handouts will be provided during the lectures.
103-0230-00LTransportation Engineering LabW6 credits2GA. Kouvelas, F. Corman, N. Garrick
AbstractThe goal is to integrate the contents of the lectures of the block “Transportation” through a joint set of exercises which will allow the students to understand how the parts come together in the design of transport systems. The exercise will be based on a Swiss city. The exercises will involve onsite work.
Objective- Diese gemeinsame Übung an Hand einer Schweizer Ortschaft dient der Vertiefung des Verständnisses der Wechselwirkungen zwischen allen Teilen des Verkehrssystems
- Die Studenten haben Gelegenheit durch die Gruppenarbeit ihre Fähigkeiten in der Zusammenarbeit zu üben
- Den entwerferischen Aufgaben wird in allen Teilen besondere Aufmerksamkeit geschenkt (Netzentwurf, Liniennetzentwurf, Knoten und Strassenentwurf, Massnahmen des Nachfragemanagements)
ContentDrei verknüpfte Übungen aus der Verkehrsplanung, Verkehrstechnik, und
dem Öffentlichen Verkehr
- Verkehrserhebungen
- Strassenraumentwurf
- Netzentwurf
- Nachfrageberechnung
- Fahrplanentwurf
- Leistungsfähigkeitsberechnungen für die Strecken und Knoten
- Bewertung
Network Infrastructure
NumberTitleTypeECTSHoursLecturers
102-0214-02LIntroduction to Urban Water Management Information
Civil Engineers and Environmental Scientist have to enrole for the course unit 102-0214-02L (without excursions).
W5 credits4GE. Morgenroth, M. Maurer
AbstractIntroduction to urban water management (water supply, urban drainage, wastewater treatment, sewage sluge treatment)
ObjectiveThis course provides an introduction and an overview over the topics of urban water management (water supply, urban drainage, wastewater treatment, sewage sludge treatment). It supports the understanding of the interactions of the relevant technical and natural systems. Simple models for the design are introduced.
ContentOverview over the field of urban water management.
Introduction into systems analysis.
Characterization of water and water quality.
Requirement of drinking water, production of wastewater and pollutants
Production and supply of drinking water.
Urban drainage, treatment of combined sewer overflow.
Wastewater treatment, nutrient elimination, sludge handling.
Planning of urban water infrastructure.
Lecture notesGujer, W.: Siedlungswasserwirtschaft, 3. Aufl., Springer Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2007
Handouts
Prerequisites / NoticeThis course is required for further in depth courses in urban water management.
101-0428-00LHighway Geometric Design and EngineeringW6 credits4GH.‑R. Müller
AbstractKnowledge and application of the bases and connections of the geometric highway design.
Identification of construction risks; Road construction an dimensioning incl. drainage systems; principles and certification of safety and serviceability.
ObjectiveKnowledge and application of the bases and connections of the geometric highway design.
Assessing of construction risks, knowledge of dimensioning road structures and drainage systems.
ContentDesign bases and modells, alignement, cross-section, intersections, highway equipment and project handling.
Identification and assessing of construction risks, application of principles and certification of safety requirements, dimensioning and construction of road structures and drainage systems.
Lecture notesHR. Müller: Entwurf von Strassen, IVT-ETHZ, Januar 2020

HR. Müller: Bau und Erhaltung von Verkehrsanlagen, IVT-ETHZ, Januar 2020
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