ECE 550 - Satellite-Based Positioning Systems

(4 credits)

Introduction to the fundamentals of satellite-based positioning systems with an emphasis on the Global Positioning System (GPS). Understanding of the GPS satellite constellation, coordinate systems, timing standards and GPS signal structure. Determination of position from the range measurements for different modes of positioning. Introduction to various ranging error sources and mitigation techniques. Impact of ranging errors and satellite geometry on 3-dimensional position error. This course is cross listed with an undergradute course. Previously EE 550. Credit cannot be received for more than one of ECE 450, ECE 550, EE 450, and EE 550. Offered Fall or Winter.

Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (undergraduate course equivalent to ECE 335 or ECE 437).