[GD1-1] Earth geometry

Usable and accurate geospatial data are based upon proper model of the Earth`s surface. Shape of the Earth is complex and complicated to measure. Approximations are used to minimize complexity of the task and possible errors.

External resources

• Smith, J. (1997) Introduction to geodesy: The history and concepts of modern geodesy. New York: Wiley.
  ISBN number: 9780471166603

Learning outcomes

• 2295 - Explain why the shape of the Earth is complex and complicated to measure

  Explain why the shape of the Earth is complex and complicated to measure

Self assessment

Outgoing relations

• [GD1-1] Earth geometry subclassof [GD1] Geolocating Data to Earth