Royal University of Bhutan

Jigme Namgyel Engineering College

Dewathang: Bhutan
Civil Engineering and Surveying Department [CESD]
Academic Year 2016, Autumn Semester
Geodesy [GEO202]
Tutor: Mr. Sanjit Kr. Chhetri, Assistant lecturer
Assignment-I

Introduction to Coordinate Systems

Due Date: 27th August, 2016

Submitted By:
Name: ________________________
Std. No.: _______________________

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Acknowledgement
[Not more than two paragraphs]

Abstract
[Give over view of your assignment; briefly inform the readers what they can
find in your assignment, not more than one paragraph, you have to use all the
conceptual and technical keywords while designing your abstract]
Note: Acknowledgement, Abstract and Content should be in separate

independent pages.

Content
[Given below is the basic outline of the assignment content. Based on this you can
develop your own content but be mindful to incorporate all the necessary details]
S.I.
Topic
No.
1
Introduction to concept of Coordinate System (1 to 2 page(s) only)
2
Definitions of different types of coordinate systems (Terrestrial, Celestial
and Satellite systems)(1-3 pages)
3
Explains various Vertical Datums (1-3 pages)
Define and relate different Horizontal (Geodetic) Datums and Reference
4
Frames (e.g. ITRF, WGS84, Druk-Ref-03) and Spatial Reference Systems
(1-3 pages)
5
Coordinate System Transformations (1-3 pages)
6
Conclusions (1 page only)
7
References (1 page only)
8
Review Questions and Answers (1-2 pages)
Maximum pages (cover page + acknowledgement + Abstract + 14):
Dont exceed from that.

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Introduction to Coordinate System

[Give brief account of what is Coordinate System, Significance of having
Coordinate System, What is the basis of developing a coordinate system, how
is it important to survey engineers; what are the different types of coordinate
system, explain on how coordinate system help in Geodesy Studies]
Conclusions
[Give the summary of all the content covered, briefly explain how would you as
a surveyor use coordinate system, justify with an example; conclude with
application of coordinate system]
References
[Enlist using APA format the text books referred, internet resources and
journals]
Review Questions
[Answer the review questions clearly with proper technical justification, if you
come across other interesting and conceptual questions and answers then you
can mention as additional information]

Define Reference System and Reference Frames.

Define geodetic reference surfaces and orientations.
Explain and relate different types of coordinate systems.
Perform Datum and Coordinate System Transformations with at least three
various numerical examples.

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The draft of the assignment should be submitted before

22nd August
{The draft can be submitted in written format but the final
assignment will be accepted in either print/hand written
document}
If incase any assignment found to be copied or
plagiarized, the marks for that content will be void.

If draft is not submitted then the final assignment will not

be considered for evaluation.

Be very mindful about what you are going to write, both

theoretically and conceptually. Dont be blind to just copy and
submit the assignment. The skill of presenting the concept in
well arranged document is an art of professional person. So, I
am looking forward a very professional write up!

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