Practice Gps/gnss Units (10.7.3) - Hydrographic Surveying

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Question 1.
What does GPS stand for?
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Think about what system helps with positioning.
Question 2.
What is one application of GPS in hydrographic surveying?
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Consider how we find things on the water.
3Question 3.
What does GNSS encompass?
- Only GPS
- All satellite navigation systems
- Only terrestrial systems
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Remember that GNSS is a broader category.
4Question 4.
True or False: GPS units only provide positioning data.
- True
- False
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Think of how GPS is used in everyday applications.
Question 5.
Discuss how advancements in GPS technology could address challenges in hydrographic surveying, such as equipment accuracy during extreme weather.
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Think about how technology adapts to environmental challenges.
Question 6.
Create a proposal for a new hydrographic survey project utilizing GPS/GNSS units. Consider the scope, required equipment, and expected outcomes.
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Consider the elements of successful project planning.

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