The lectures cover theoretical principles of various measurement and spatial data acquisition techniques, statistical data analysis, and applications of Geomatics techniques in land surveying, building and civil engineering activities, mapping, monitoring, and land protection. The practical parts focus on developing operational skills based on theoretical knowledge. Students will learn to perform spatial measurements using the most up-to-date surveying techniques and manage various methods for acquiring positioning and navigation data while assessing their robustness against intrinsic impairments as well as unexpected intentional and unintentional disturbances. In this course, students will develop the ability to process on-field measurements. They will be presented with practical problems and required to autonomously develop computational procedures for implementing Geomatics applications, particularly those related to land and built area monitoring and representation. Students will acquire the skills to apply the knowledge gained in the ICT domain to navigation and mapping. They will develop the ability to implement calculation tools and procedures for positioning, representation, and visualization of spatial data in land and built area monitoring.

Signal analysis and processing, statistical data processing, software development, Python or Matlab basic programming skills

The course content encompasses two interconnected disciplines: Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and Geomatics (GEO). Within this framework, lectures will cover the following topics: • Fundamental principles of satellite-based and terrestrial radionavigation systems, with a focus on Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) • Detailed descriptions of GNSS systems, emphasizing GNSS receiver architecture and data • Analysis of system performance in both static and kinematic conditions, considering operational scenarios in both nominal conditions and in the presence of external impairments or anomalies • Georeferencing methods utilizing GNSS measurements, digital images, earth observation/remote sensing products, IMUs, and their integration • Data processing and 3D data representation • Surveying databases, digital terrain models, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) • Practical sessions on measurement techniques, data processing, and plotting, conducted both in the field and in the laboratory

The course structure is designed to provide adequate knowledge in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and Geomatics (GEO). Each discipline is covered over 30 hours, divided as follows: • ICT: 20 hours of lectures and 10 hours of laboratory and field activities • GEO: 18 hours of lectures and 12 hours of laboratory and field activities The lectures include both theoretical and practical exercises, including the post-processing of on-field GNSS measurements in both static and kinematic conditions, data processing, data plotting, and 3D visualization, as well as the management of spatial data. The exercises will utilize Geomatics instruments in outdoor environments and in the laboratory, using both commercial and open-source software or scripts developed ad hoc by the students. The motto of this course is "LEARNING by DOING," where each student understands the theory while becoming capable of applying it to real use cases.

Suggested books: • Hofmann-Wellenhof et al (2008) – GNSS Global Navigation Satellite system. Springer – New York. • Leick (2003) - Gps Satellite Surveying - J. Wiley – Canada. III Edizione. • Misra P., Enge P. Global Positioning System: Signals, Measurements, and Performance, Ganga-Jamuna press • F. Dovis, D. Margaria, P. Mulassano, F. Dominici, "Overview of Global Positioning Systems," in Handbook of Position Location: Theory, Practice, and Advances , IEEE, 2019, pp.655-705 doi: 10.1002/9781119434610.ch20 • L. Lo Presti, M. Fantino, M.Pini, "Digital Signal Processing for GNSS Receivers," in Handbook of Position Location: Theory, Practice, and Advances , IEEE, 2019, pp.707-761 doi: 10.1002/9781119434610.ch21 • N. Linty, F.Dovis "An overview on Global Positioning Techniques for Harsh Environments," in Handbook of Position Location: Theory, Practice, and Advances, IEEE, 2019, pp.839-881 doi: 10.1002/9781119434610.ch23 • Lecture notes and slides provided during the course, available on the website of teaching In-depth books • Cina, A. (2014). Dal GPS al GNSS per la geomatica. CELID, Torino. ISBN 978-8867890200 • Cina, A. (2002). Trattamento delle misure topografiche. CELID, Torino. ISBN 88-7661-534-2 • Comoglio, G. (2008). Topografia e cartografia. CELID, Torino • Global Navigation Satellite Systems: Signal, Theory and Applications, edited by Shuanggen Jin, ISBN 978-953-307-843-4, 438 pages, Publisher: InTech, (http://www.intechopen.com/books/global-navigation-satellite-systems-signal-theory-and-applications) • E. Falletti, G. Falco "Kalman Filter‐based Approaches for Positioning: Integrating Global Positioning with Inertial Sensors," in Handbook of Position Location: Theory, Practice, and Advances, IEEE, 2019, pp.763-838 doi: 10.1002/9781119434610.ch22 • Satellite Positioning - Methods, Models and Applications, Edited by Shuanggen Jin, ISBN 978-953-51-1738-4, 212 pages, Publisher: InTech, (http://www.intechopen.com/books/satellite-positioning-methods-models-and-applications • Dovis F. (ed), "GNSS Interference Threats and Countermeasures", Artech House, 2014, ISBN: 978-1-60807-810-3

Lecture slides; Lab exercises; Simulation tools;

Exam: Compulsory oral exam; Individual essay; Computer-based written test in class using POLITO platform;

The exam is organized into two parts: • A preliminary multiple-choice test (duration: 30 minutes) • An oral discussion about the course topics (duration: 20 minutes) The report on the lab activities contributes to the final grade of the exam. Study materials such as books, slides, or other resources are NOT allowed during the exams. Multiple-Choice Test (mandatory) The multiple-choice test consists of 10 questions (5 on ICT and 5 on Geomatics) covering the course topics. Each correct answer awards 3 points, with penalties for incorrect answers. A minimum of 18 points is required to proceed to the oral exam. The test is conducted using the student's laptop to access the online platform. Oral Exam (mandatory) The oral exam assesses knowledge of theoretical concepts in positioning, spatial data acquisition, and GIS, as well as the ability to apply these concepts to solve positioning and navigation problems. The oral exam includes at least two questions on satellite navigation and ICT and two questions on Geomatics. Both sections contribute equally (50%) to the final grade, and a positive mark (>18/30) is required in each section. Laboratory Report (mandatory) Each student must submit an individual report on the laboratory activities completed during the course. This report is scored on a scale from -1 to +2 points, which are added to the oral exam score. A score of -1 is given for non-submission or very poor quality, while higher scores consider the student’s ability to solve lab tasks, the completeness of the work, the quality of the report (organization, quality of figures, correctness of solutions, etc.), and the methodology used. Reports must be uploaded to the "portale della didattica" within one week after the lectures end, following the deadlines set by the teachers. The report is valid until the next academic year's course session. Final Grade Composition • Multiple-choice test: 1/3 of the final grade • Oral exam: 2/3 of the final grade • Bonus: -1 to +2 additional points for the laboratory report Laude Laude is awarded to students who achieve a final grade of 30 or higher and demonstrate excellent proficiency in the course disciplines and topics during the oral discussion.

In addition to the message sent by the online system, students with disabilities or Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) are invited to directly inform the professor in charge of the course about the special arrangements for the exam that have been agreed with the Special Needs Unit. The professor has to be informed at least one week before the beginning of the examination session in order to provide students with the most suitable arrangements for each specific type of exam.